Luis Diaz he experienced an evening destined to remain etched in his memory and that of his family Colombian fans. The Bayern Munich striker was the great protagonist of Colombia’s 3-1 victory against Uzbekistan in the debut match at the 2026 World Cup, signing a goal and an assist which guided the success of the Cafeteros. It was the 29-year-old’s first appearance in a World Cup finals, having missed the previous edition due to his national team’s failure to qualify. At the end of the meeting, Diaz recounted all the emotion experienced before and during the match, confessing that he was close to tears already during the warm-up. A dream debut, enhanced by a complete performance and a result that immediately projects Colombia among the protagonists of the tournament.
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Dream Luis Diaz: goal and assist on his world debut with Colombia
The night in Mexico City gave a Luis Diaz one of the most significant moments of his career. The Colombian winger led his national team to success against Uzbekistan with a top-level performance, confirming his status as the team’s technical leader. After the match, the player did not hide the intensity of the emotions he felt on the day of his world debut. “Already from the warm-up I was almost in tears”he said, explaining how the sacrifices of a life and the dream cultivated since childhood have resurfaced in his mind a few minutes before kick-off. “It was a dream I had as a child”the Colombian winger added with emotion. The joy was made even more special by the decisive contribution offered on the pitch, with a goal and an assist that allowed Colombia to start on the right foot in the competition.
PARIS, FRANCE – APRIL 28: Achraf Hakimi of Paris Saint-Germain is tackled by Luis Díaz of FC Bayern Munich during the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich at Parc des Princes on April 28, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
Diaz he also underlined the importance of collective spirit, highlighting the work carried out also in the defensive phase at the coach’s request. An attitude that demonstrates maturity and willingness to sacrifice for the good of the team. The moment shared with was also particularly touching James before entering the field: the captain would just tell him to have fun, but betraying a strong emotion. Thanks to this victory, the Colombia has temporarily taken over the command of Group K and is looking with confidence to the next commitment against the Democratic Republic of Congowith the knowledge of being able to count on a Luis Diaz already decisive and decisive.