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oi-Gaurav Sharma
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal is all set to lock horns with DR Congo at Houston Stadium, Texas, USA. All eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo tonight as Portugal skipper will be making his sixth FIFA outing and likely the last one of his career. Rolando aka CR7 has a massive fan following who wants to see the champion life FIFA World Cup. It is the only feat, missing in Ronaldo’s glittering career.
Cristiano Ronaldo has a record of scoring at five World Cups, and tonight, is would be hoping to make it to six.
Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, faces DR Congo in Houston, Texas for a FIFA World Cup 2026 match, with the captain aiming for a record sixth tournament appearance and potentially scoring in his sixth World Cup.
Meanwhile, DR Congo will eye to snatch a victory from the jaws of Portuguese. Cédric Bakambu and Samuel Moutoussam are expected to carry the responsibility on their shoulders.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Second Half Begins! Against Portugal’s expectations, DR Congo’s last minute goal right before the half-time changed everything and made heavyweight Portugal to plan something different.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Wissa brings DR Congo equal to Portugal with a perfect header. It was not less then a shocker for Ronald and side.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
The scores are now level POR 1-1 DOC credit to Wissa 45+5′. Wissa’s header goes past Costa and brings joy for DR Congo.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
GOAL!!! Against everyone’s expectations DR Congo, who were considered as underdogs, scored an important goal in last seconds of first half’s added play time.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Corner!!! DR Congo gets 2 back to back free kicks.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo has made more shots, but Portugal had the maximum possession of the ball and they also managed to draw the first blood.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
First half ends! Officials have added 4 minutes play time to the first half.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez looks animated on the touchline as this half is about to end.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
B Fernandes good pass help Mendes take control of the flying ball, he runs on to it to DR Congo box and tries to square the ball, but The Leopards show a strong defence and get the ball away.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Congo attempted to hit Portuguese nets as Kayembe takes the pass, turn away, and make an attempt from outside the area, and it turns out to be an easy catch for Costa as shot had no power.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo skipper Mbemba gets a yellow card. His hand hits Neto in the face when both the players were in air trying to control the ball.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo captain Mbemba is marking CR 7 near the backline and trying to restrict Portuguese skipper.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
The game resumes. POR 1-0 COD
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Hydration break!!! So far, DR Congo has done well as their defence woke up after Neves’ Goal. They are trying hard to keep the possession and keep European giants at an arms distance.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Ohhh!!! That was a double attack as Bruno Fernandes crosses the defence and Mendes runs in from the left and he gets it, good first touch, but he losses the control, no benefit.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Yellow Card!!! Soon after Referee shows a yellow card to Silva, Ronaldo exchanges heated words with referee. DR Congo also wins a corner.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo now need to change their strategy and attack to level the scores before it gets too late. The early goal for Portugal came in the 6th minute, which will put a lot of pressure on Leopards.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup LIVE
Joao Neves has brought the first lead for Portugal with an attacking header. He converted a cross flying pass to a perfect goal. POR 1-0 COD
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026
Goal!!!! What a header to score the first goal.
Portugal vs Congo DR FIFA World Cup 2026
In the red corner, we have Cristiano Ronaldo led Portugal and in the blue corner, we have DR Congo, and the match begins!
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026
India has millions of Ronaldo fans who would be supporting Portugal tonight, however, many eyes will also be on DR Congo’s mid-fielder, Samuel Moutoussamy, who has tamilian roots.
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Hello and welcome to written LIVE updates for Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026. Both the teams have walked out to the stadium and national anthems of both the nations will be played shortly.
