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06/17 23:11 CDT Luis Daz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its
World Cup opener
Luis Daz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup opener
By CARLOS RODRIGUEZ
AP Sports Writer
MEXICO CITY (AP) --- Luis Daz had a goal and an assist in his debut on
soccer's biggest stage, sparking Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan on
Wednesday night in its World Cup opener.
Daniel Muoz, also playing in his first World Cup, opened the scoring in the
40th minute after a pass from Daz, who scored the tiebreaking goal in the 65th.
Fayzullaev Abbosbek scored in the 60th minute for Uzbekistan in its first World
Cup appearance.
Jaminton Campaz added a goal in second-half stoppage time for the Colombians,
who are ranked 13th in the world and were heavy favorites over 50th-ranked
Uzbekistan.
Colombia moved atop Group K, ahead of Portugal and Congo, who played to a
surprising 1-1 draw earlier Wednesday.
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