FIFA World Cup 2026
Colombia at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Colombia is an Andean–Amazonian–Caribbean republic in northwestern South America, ethnically diverse, Spanish‑speaking, with Bogotá high on the sabana as its capital and major cities on mountain and coastal axes.
Colombia have never lifted the trophy, but their best run is as World Cup quarter-finalists (2014) across 6 World Cup appearances. At the World Cup, James Rodríguez features prominently in the scoring charts for Colombia with 6 goals. All-time, Radamel Falcao leads Colombia's senior men's scoring list with 36 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Colombia line up in Group K as CONMEBOL representatives from South America. Group-stage fixtures against Portugal, Uzbekistan and DR Congo open a competitive first-round schedule.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Bogotá
- Continent
- South America
- Federation
- CONMEBOL (South America)
- Group
- K
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #13
- World Cup titles
- 0
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1810
- Population
- 51,874,000
- Languages
- Spanish (official); Indigenous languages co‑official regionally
- Currency
- Colombian peso (COP)
- Area
- 1,141,748 km²
- Highest point
- Pico Cristóbal Colón (5,700 m)
- Climate
- Tropical lowlands; cooler páramo highlands
- Land borders
- Brazil, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Venezuela
Football facts
- Appearances
- 6
- Best result
- Quarter-finals (2014)
- Top scorer
- James Rodríguez (6)
- Debut
- 1962
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: yellow
World Cup history
6 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2018 | Group stage |
| 2014 | Quarter-finals |
| 1998 | Round of 16 |
| 1994 | Round of 16 |
| 1990 | Round of 16 |
| 1962 | Group stage |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Colombia ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- No. Colombia have not won the men's World Cup; their best finish is World Cup quarter-finalists (2014).
- Which group is Colombia in at World Cup 2026?
- Colombia are in Group K. Group opponents include Portugal, Uzbekistan, DR Congo.
- What is the capital of Colombia?
- The capital city is Bogotá.
- Which FIFA confederation does Colombia belong to?
- Colombia compete under CONMEBOL (South America).
- How many World Cups has Colombia played before 2026?
- Colombia had appeared in 6 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Colombia's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Radamel Falcao leads Colombia's senior men's national team with 36 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.