### [2026-06-17](/feed/2026/06/17/index.md)

##### 2026 FIFA World Cup
# Abbosbek Fayzullaev scores Uzbekistan's first goal at a FIFA World Cup during a 3–1 loss against Colombia in their opening match. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/diaz-shines-colombia-beat-uzbekistan-3-1-2026-06-18/)

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