Luis Diaz Fires Colombia to 3-1 Win Over Uzbekistan

Luis Diaz scored and assisted in Colombias 3-1 victory over World Cup debutants Uzbekistan at Mexico Citys iconic Azteca Stadium.

James Rodriguez captained the side in a match played before a vast sea of yellow-clad Colombian supporters.

Coach Nestor Lorenzo admitted that the emotional energy from the expectant crowd initially weighed on his heavily-favoured team.

Diazs star performance ultimately ensured a winning start for Colombia in their group campaign.