World Cup 2026 Results: Ronaldo Ends Drought, Colombia Through as England Held by Ghana
Archive: World Cup 2026 results June 23. This dated report covers a completed matchday. Use the final group standings and knockout bracket for the complete tournament context.
Quick summary: On June 23, Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goals of the tournament in Portugal’s 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan, becoming the first player to score at six different World Cups. Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 to qualify, England were held 0-0 by Ghana, and Croatia beat Panama 1-0 to eliminate them. Matchday 2 is complete.
The final day of the group stage’s second round delivered a Ronaldo renaissance, a Colombian qualification and frustration for England. Here is the full recap.
Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo silenced his critics in style, scoring twice as Portugal hammered Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston. The 41-year-old opened the scoring in the sixth minute — becoming the first player to score at six different World Cups and the second-oldest scorer in the tournament’s history — and added a second after the break. Nuno Mendes curled in a free kick, and Rafael Leão and an Uzbek own goal completed the rout. After a flat opening draw, Roberto Martínez’s side roared back to life and briefly moved top of Group K.
England 0-0 Ghana
England were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by a determined Ghana in a chippy contest in Boston, with neither side managing a shot on target in the first half. England rode their luck — a VAR review spared them a possible penalty — and Harry Kane spurned a late chance as Thomas Tuchel’s side dropped points. The draw leaves both teams on four points heading into a decisive final round.
Croatia 1-0 Panama
Croatia claimed their first points of the tournament with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Panama in Toronto, a result that eliminated the CONCACAF side. Substitute Ante Budimir broke the deadlock in the 54th minute, finishing a pinpoint Josip Stanišić cross after Zlatko Dalić’s half-time changes shifted the momentum. The win lifts the 2018 finalists into third in Group L and keeps their knockout hopes alive.
Colombia 1-0 DR Congo
Colombia booked their place in the Round of 32 with a battling 1-0 win over DR Congo in Guadalajara, sealing top spot in Group K. They were frustrated for long spells by an outstanding display from goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi-Nzau, but substitute Juan Quintero’s introduction changed the game, and Daniel Muñoz swept home the winner in the 76th minute. Colombia now face Portugal in a final-day group decider, while DR Congo can still qualify if they beat Uzbekistan.
World Cup 2026 results June 23
In Group K, Colombia are through as group winners on six points, Portugal sit second on four, and DR Congo (one point) can still advance by beating Uzbekistan on the final day. In Group L, England and Ghana lead on four points each (England ahead on goal difference), Croatia are third on three and very much alive, and Panama are eliminated. With Matchday 2 complete, the chase for the eight best third-placed spots is now on. See the full Live Standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the World Cup 2026 results on June 23? Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan, England 0-0 Ghana, Croatia 1-0 Panama, and Colombia 1-0 DR Congo.
Did Cristiano Ronaldo score against Uzbekistan? Yes — Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win, his first goals of the tournament, becoming the first player to score at six different World Cups.
Has Colombia qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts? Yes — Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 to win Group K and reach the Round of 32.
Which team was eliminated on June 23? Panama were eliminated after a 1-0 defeat to Croatia left them without a point from two games.
What’s Next: June 24 Fixtures (Matchday 3 — Final Group Games)
Matchday 2 is now complete, and the group stage enters its decisive final round on June 24. Groups A, B and C all play simultaneously — meaning nothing is settled until the final whistle.
Group B — 3:00 PM ET
Switzerland vs Canada — BC Place, Vancouver
Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Qatar — Lumen Field, Seattle
The big clash of the round. Canada and Switzerland are both on four points and meet head-to-head — the winner takes top spot. A draw likely sends both through. Bosnia and Qatar (one point each) must win and need results to go their way.
Group C — 6:00 PM ET
Scotland vs Brazil — Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
Morocco vs Haiti — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Brazil and Morocco lead on four points each. Scotland (3 points) must beat Brazil to have any chance of sneaking through, while Morocco should seal the deal against an already-eliminated Haiti. A Brazil win or draw confirms their place in the Round of 32.
Group A — 9:00 PM ET
Czechia vs Mexico — Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
South Africa vs South Korea — Estadio BBVA, Monterrey
Mexico are already through and chasing top spot against Czechia. The real battle is South Africa vs South Korea — South Korea (3 points) need a draw to likely secure second place, while South Africa (1 point) must win to have any hope of advancing.
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