However, as Les Léopards play for a spot in the round of 32, their most famous fan, "Lumumba Vea," won't be in the stands.

Cristiano Ronaldo grabbed a World Cup record and Portugal bounced back emphatically from a disappointing World Cup opener, beating Uzbekistan 5-0.

Colombia beat a spirited Uzbekistan 3-1 to get their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign to a winning start, as they went top of Group K after matchday one. Earlier in the day, DR Congo's draw against Portugal had opened up a chance that Colombia seized gratefully.

Fans of both Portugal and Uzbekistan brought color, energy and passion to Houston Stadium on Tuesday as supporters from each nation marched ahead of their World Cup match. Thousands of fans poured into the area throughout the morning,

Portugal coach Roberto Martínez wouldn’t say if Cristiano Ronaldo would start Tuesday’s World Cup match against Uzbekistan after the superstar’s forgettable performance in the team’s opener.