liveUpdated 2m agoFollow live updates as Colombia attempt to make it two wins from two in Group K. The Athletic Live TeamJune 23, 2026 at 7:20 PM EDTLuis Diaz impressed for Colombia last time out. Getty ImagesColombia vs DR Congo — latestColombia face DR Congo in Guadalajara today as both sides look to build on strong starts in Group K.The South Americans came into matchday one top of the group after a 3-1 opening win against Uzbekistan. DR Congo came from behind to pick up a superb draw against Portugal in their first game.Kick-off: 10 pm ET, 7 pm PT, 3 am BSTTV: Fox, Fubo (try free now)Get involved in our match discussion or share your views via email: live@theathletic.comToday's venue Getty ImagesEstadio Akron, ZapopanAt Canteritos El Guero in the town of Tequila, Jalisco – a popular gathering spot for locals and tourists – a group of friends mingles with strangers, dancing to the sound of live banda music. Many of the men are wearing jeans and charros, a sombrero similar to a cowboy hat that is an emblem of Mexican identity.Locals repeat a line about Guadalajara that will resonate as the city hosts four matches during the 2026 World Cup: There is no city in Mexico more Mexican than Guadalajara, they say proudly.The nation’s capital hosted the inaugural match of 2026 World Cup at the famed Estadio Azteca, but the land of mariachis and tequila continued to shine even brighter.Get involved in the chat! Getty ImagesWe’re here to give you all the insights, context and analysis you could ever wish for from every World Cup match — and we want you to share your thoughts too.Which player is your pick to break through next at this tournament? Have you got an issue with a team you think is horribly overrated? And who is going to shine in Guadalajara today?It’s super easy to share your views. You can head to the Discuss tab at the top of this feed, or you can send us an email — the address is: live@theathletic.comWe can’t wait to hear what you’ve got for us all.Subscribe to The Athletic There is no better time to be a subscriber to The Athletic for all the sporting insight, analysis and live coverage you need during the World Cup and beyond.As well as the ongoing tournament in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, you can get your soccer fix with us for the rest of the year with our Champions League and Premier League coverage, as well as Europe’s top leagues.Meanwhile the Formula 1 season is in full swing, plus we have golf, tennis and more on the cards.Subscribe to The Athletic on an exclusive offer here.How to watch Colombia vs DR Congo Getty ImagesToday’s contest will be broadcast on Fox in the United States and ITV in the UK.What time does the match kick off? Getty ImagesToday’s match between Colombia and DR Congo will begin at 7pm ET, which is 4pm PT and 12 am BST for those of you watching in the United Kingdom.And it’s a 5pm start in Zapopan, near Guadalajara.Welcome to our Colombia vs DR Congo live coverage! Getty ImagesHello and welcome to The Athletic’s live coverage of this Group K match between Colombia and DR Congo.This match-up will likely be pivotal in determining which nations advance to the knockout stage as Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and DR Congo earned a well-deserved point against Portugal, one of the tournament favourites. Stay tuned for the latest news, analysis, play-by-play and more from our team of writers.
Colombia vs DR Congo live updates: World Cup 2026 game latest news and buildup
Follow live updates as Colombia attempt to make it two wins from two in Group K.











