That group standing may carry wider consequences for one of the tournament's most anticipated storylines. A Messi vs Ronaldo clash, long discussed among fans as a possible late stage meeting, now appears to be in doubt following Colombia's win. How the group table settles could determine whether Argentina and Portugal are on a collision course or kept apart by the bracket.
With only the headline result confirmed, the full scoring details and remaining fixtures in the group are still taking shape. Colombia's three points from the DR Congo match nonetheless look like a meaningful step for the South Americans as they chase first place and the bracket advantages that may come with it.
