India, June 28 -- Colombia finished top of Group K after a tense 0-0 draw against Portugal, while DR Congo completed a stirring comeback to beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and confirm their own place in the Round of 32. The two simultaneous results locked the group order: Colombia first, Portugal second, DR Congo third, and Uzbekistan bottom.

The headline match between Colombia and Portugal did not produce a goal, but it was far from a quiet affair. Colombia were the sharper attacking side for long spells and created the better volume of chances, forcing Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa into important interventions. Portugal, led again by Cristiano Ronaldo, had their moments but never found the fluency needed to take control of the group.

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