Joao Neves' early breakthrough cancelled out by Yoane Wissa's header

João Neves marca para os portugueses no início do jogo, enquanto Wissa deixa tudo igual no final do primeiro tempo

Portugal and DR Congo played out a dramatic 1-1 draw in Houston as the African underdogs showed remarkable resilience against one of the tournament's favorites. João Neves gave…

Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the DR Congo on Wednesday as Cristiano Ronaldo played in a record-equalling sixth World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo faces increasing pressure to perform at the 2026 World Cup after his quiet opening match contrasted with rivals' stellar starts.

PORTUGAL 1-1 DR CONGO: Cristiano Ronaldo and Co were unable to make a winning start to their Group K campaign in Houston despite taking the lead in just the sixth minute

Ronaldo endures a frustrating night as DR Congo earn historic point after 1-1 draw

Central Africans, appearing at their first World Cup since 1974, grew into the game

Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal teammates could only manage a 1-1 draw with Congo in their opening World Cup match

Cristiano Ronaldo's record-equalling sixth World Cup got off to a disappointing start as the Democratic Republic of Congo secured their first ever point at the finals, drawing 1-1…

Cristiano Ronaldo's bid to mark his record-equalling sixth World Cup appearance with victory fell flat as Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the DR Congo

Joao Neves opens the scoring for Portugal with early goal, but Yoane Wissa equalises in first-half injury time.

DR Congo shocks Portugal with a 1-1 draw in their World Cup Group K opener, despite Ronaldo's missed opportunities.

Newcastle striker becomes first DR Congo player to score at a World Cup, cancelling out João Neves’ opener, while Cristiano Ronaldo underwhelms for Portugal

DR Congo showed good composure, and their defence remained organised. Joao Neves scored for Portugal and Yoane Wissa equalised for DR Congo. | Football News

Portugal began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a frustrating 1-1 draw against DR Congo, as Cristiano Ronaldo missed key chances and Joao Neves' opener was canceled out.

Analysing the big talking points from the drawn Group K opener in Houston's NRG Stadium

DR Congo makes history, securing their first-ever World Cup point with a 1-1 draw against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal. Read about the thrilling match.

Chances were at a premium in Houston in Group K’s opening fixture.

Cristiano Ronaldo cuts a frustrated figure in opening game of his sixth World Cup

Ronaldo, 41, failed to get on the scoresheet as Portugal drew 1-1 to DR Congo in their World Cup opener in Houston