In the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K, Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
In the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K, Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo faced each other at the Houston Stadium. Portugal started the match quickly, directed by Qatari referee Abdulrahman Al Jassim, and took the lead 1-0 with Joao Neves’ goal in the 6th minute. While the first half was expected to end with this score, 45+5. With Yoane Wissa netting at 45+5 minutes, the teams entered the locker room with a 1-1 draw. As neither team scored a goal in the second half, the match ended 1-1.
On the other hand, Fenerbahçe’s Portuguese player Nelson Semedo entered the game instead of Nuno Mendes in the 72nd minute.
In the second week of Group K, Portugal will face Uzbekistan. The Democratic Republic of Congo will duke it out with Colombia.
HERE ARE THE GOALS OF THE MATCH:
⚽️ Joao Neves headed! Portugal scored early. pic.twitter.com/lNhUQOUxyy
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⚽️ Home delivery from Masuaku A great head from central Wissa! Congo equalized at the end of the first half. pic.twitter.com/JVwXsZl5tn
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