Colombia qualify for last 32 with win over DR Congo
Daniel Munoz's deflected strike is enough for Colombia to beat DR Congo and secure their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
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Daniel Munoz's deflected strike is enough for Colombia to beat DR Congo and secure their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
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