Portugal were held to a surprising 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match, as Cristiano Ronaldo's side failed to secure all three points.
Portugal made a dream start to the game when rising star João Neves found the back of the net in just the 6th minute, giving the European giants an early 1-0 lead.
Despite Portugal's dominance in possession and attacking opportunities, DR Congo refused to back down. The African side displayed resilience, discipline, and dangerous counterattacks throughout the first half.
Their persistence paid off in dramatic fashion when Yoane Wissa scored a crucial equalizer in stoppage time (45+5'), silencing Portuguese fans and sending the teams into halftime level at 1-1.
In the second half, Portugal pushed hard for a winner. Led by captain Cristiano Ronaldo, the Seleção created several chances but struggled to break through DR Congo's organized defense.
As the final whistle blew, DR Congo celebrated a memorable result against one of football's traditional powerhouses, while Portugal were left frustrated after dropping valuable points in Group K.
