DR Congo score 1st World Cup goal, pull out surprise draw vs. Portugal

Congo’s draw was one of the more stunning results of early World Cup action

Joao Neves scored an early goal for Portugal, which owned possession for 60 percent of the match

June 17, 2026 22:47

TEXAS: Yoane Wissa scored a goal in first-half stoppage ‌time and the Democratic Republic of Congo pulled off a surprising 1-1 draw against Portugal in the opening World Cup game for each side to begin Group K play at Houston on Wednesday.