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Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal Held to a 1-1 Draw by Congo at the World Cup
- On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, DR Congo held Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup Group K opener at Houston's NRG Stadium, marking a historic result for the African nation.
- Yoane Wissa's stoppage-time header secured DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal, capping the team's return to the tournament after a 52-year absence since competing as Zaire in 1974.
- Despite dominating 75 percent of possession, Portugal struggled to convert, while Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo failed to register a shot on target during his record-equaling sixth World Cup.
- Both sides sit level in Group K with one point each, preparing for upcoming matches against Colombia and Uzbekistan to determine qualification for the knockout stages.
- Portugal coach Roberto Martínez acknowledged the team's performance shortcomings, emphasizing tactical adjustments needed before facing Uzbekistan on Tuesday, June 23.
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Unlike Lionel Messi with Argentina, Cristiano Ronaldo had a grey debut with Portugal in his sixth World Cup. The Luso set equaled 1-1 against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which became the second African nation – after the tie of Spain and Cape Verde – to star in a match against a European power in the tournament, in the duel of the Group K that competed yesterday in the Houston stadium.
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Independent EspañolHOUSTON (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal teammates had to settle for a meager 1-1 draw against Congo in their World Cup opener on Wednesday.
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