What time does Colombia play at the 2026 World Cup
Colombia's kickoff times at the 2026 World Cup depend on the matchday and venue. Colombia is in Group D and is led on the pitch by Luis Díaz, with head coach Néstor Lorenzo. The tournament runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026; there are no matches outside that window.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from 11 June to 19 July, with 48 teams playing 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Colombia Copa América 2024 finalists. That history shapes how analysts and fans size up their chances on each matchday.
How to find Colombia's next match
Match times for Colombia are scheduled around climate, stadium availability and broadcaster windows. When Colombia kick off in a North American venue, the match typically falls into one of three windows:
- Noon–14:00 ET — afternoon kickoff in Mexico City or western US venues.
- 15:00 ET — primetime in Europe, popular for big audiences.
- 21:00 ET — evening kickoff to avoid heat in Sun Belt cities.
Colombia's tournament path
Colombia (CONMEBOL) qualified for the 2026 World Cup with a squad built around Luis Díaz and managed by Néstor Lorenzo. Bookmakers currently price them at around 22/1 to win the tournament outright, putting them in the second-tier of dark horses.
| Detail | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Confederation | CONMEBOL |
| Tournament group | Group D |
| Star player | Luis Díaz |
| Head coach | Néstor Lorenzo |
| Pre-tournament odds | 22/1 |
How to watch Colombia at the 2026 World Cup
In the United States, World Cup matches are broadcast on FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish), with full streaming on Tubi and Peacock respectively. In Canada, TSN and CTV carry the matches, while in Mexico TUDN and Azteca cover every game. Streaming options also include FIFA+, the tournament's official platform.
The kickoff time you see on your TV guide is in your local time zone. If you are outside North America, convert from Eastern Time (the most-used reference time zone for the tournament).