what happens if portugal wins against colombia

Portugal would likely top Group K, which changes their knockout path. They’d finish first in the group and face a third-place team in the round of 32 instead of a tougher runner-up matchup.

What that means

• Portugal move to 7 points and win Group K.

• Colombia drop to second on 6 points.

• Portugal’s next opponent would come from the pool of the best third-place teams, not the group runner-up.

Why it matters

Winning the group usually gives Portugal a more favorable bracket, while finishing second can lead to a harder route through the knockout rounds.

In simple terms

A Portugal win doesn’t just add three points — it likely changes their entire World Cup path.