Colombia and the 2026 World Cup: This is how it stands after the draw (and how to follow it from anywhere with Conecty)
The official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has already taken place. Held on December 5th in Washington, D.C., it determined the path for the 48 participating teams and, to the delight of many, also confirmed that the Colombian national team will return to the World Cup after missing out in 2022.
With the tournament hosted by three countries—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—and a new format of 12 groups with four teams each, fans are preparing for a global, diverse, and more extensive experience than ever before. And while the Mexican national team defines its strategy on the field, fans must also prepare theirs off the field: how to stay connected in three different countries without paying excessive roaming charges, while also browsing with good speed and security?
That's where Conecty comes in, the ideal solution for those who plan to follow Colombia from the scene, or simply don't want to miss a single second from abroad.
Colombia qualified with authority
Colombia has earned its place at the World Cup. They finished third in the South American qualifiers with 28 points , securing direct qualification. La Tricolor closed out their campaign with resounding victories over Bolivia (3-0) and Venezuela (6-3), demonstrating a crucial resurgence in the final stretch.
That campaign not only returned her to a World Cup, but also allowed her to climb to 13th in the FIFA rankings. That detail was crucial for her position in the draw.
Group K: rivals defined
Colombia was placed in Group K , along with:
Portugal
Pot 1 – that is, among the seeded teams. A European powerhouse led by historic names.
Colombia
Directly qualified — finished third in the qualifiers with 28 points. A solid team, with the talent to compete for the top spot in the group.
Uzbekistan
Pot 3 – group of mid-level teams. World Cup debutant and representative of Asia.
Intercontinental Play-off 1
Pot 4 – could be DR Congo, Jamaica or New Caledonia.
In football terms, it's a challenging but balanced group. Portugal starts as the favorite, but Colombia has everything it takes to compete for first or second place. Even qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams is a possibility with the new 48-team format.
Connecty: the ally of fans in North America
Following the national team at this World Cup won't be as logistically simple as in previous tournaments. The venues are spread across three countries, multiple cities, and several time zones. In this context, having constant connectivity—whether to watch matches, share moments, locate stadiums, or simply communicate—is essential.
Conecty lets fans stay connected to the internet in the United States, Mexico, and Canada without changing SIM cards, paying roaming charges, or worrying about local compatibility. Its eSIM technology or multi-region physical chips allow for automatic connection in each host country with flexible data plans, a single, hassle-free setup, and is ideal for short or long trips. One SIM to connect in all three countries with the passion of football!
Why choose Connecty?
- 📶 Automatic connection in each host country (without changing SIM).
- 💸 Avoid excessive roaming charges .
- 🔒 Secure and stable browsing for watching live streams.
- ⚙️ Compatibility with eSIM and multi-region physical chips.
What's next for Colombia?
The official schedule is not yet confirmed, but Colombia is expected to debut against Uzbekistan, then face Portugal, and finish against the winner of the playoff. Advancing to the next round is the minimum objective, but Néstor Lorenzo's team is aiming higher.
With players like Luis Díaz, Jhon Arias, and James Rodríguez in good form, the Colombian national team has the talent to put up a fight. The coaching staff is already working on logistics, physical conditioning, and strategy, and the fans will do their part from the stands or anywhere in the world.
Connected with passion
The 2026 World Cup will be different. More teams, more matches, greater distances… but also more opportunities to be close to the national team that unites us. Connecty ensures that, wherever you are, you won't miss a single goal, play, or celebration.
Because following Colombia also means being connected. Connected to the passion, to the people, and to the dream of shining once again on football's biggest stage.
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