Portugal's Rafael Leao in action with DR Congo's Aaron Wan Bissaka in the World Cup Group K match in Houston, Texas, on June 17, 2026

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Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo ​were left frustrated after being ‌held to a 1-1 draw ​by Group K ⁠rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their FIFA World Cup clash in ‌a sodden Houston on Wednesday.Portugal vs DR Congo highlightsPortugal took the lead ‌inside six minutes when ‌Pedro ⁠Neto crossed for Joao ⁠Neves to head home from 15 metres as one of the ​pre-tournament favourites ‌made the perfect start, though it would be their only effort on target in ‌the game.DR Congo, appearing at ​their first World Cup since 1974, grew ⁠into the game and were level deep into added time ‌at the end of the first half when Yoane Wissa was left unmarked from a corner to head in at the back ‌post.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected after the match

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