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Yoane Wissa gives DR Congo first ever World Cup point in draw with Portugal

DR Congo earned a 1-1 draw against Portugal in their first World Cup match in 52 years. Yoane Wissa scored a header in first-half stoppage time to equalize after Joao Neves scored early. This result marks the first point the nation has ever recorded in the tournament.

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  1. Yoane Wissa secures DR Congo's first World Cup point against Portugal

    DR Congo earned a 1-1 draw against Portugal in their first World Cup match in 52 years. Yoane Wissa scored a header in first-half stoppage time to equalize after Joao Neves scored early. This result marks the first point the nation has ever recorded in the tournament.

    What's confirmed:

    • Yoane Wissa scored a first-half equalizer for DR Congo against Portugal.
    • DR Congo and Portugal played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Cristiano Ronaldo had an anonymous performance in the match against DR Congo.
    • Roberto Martinez must decide when to bench Cristiano Ronaldo to avoid further disappointment.
    confidence 90%

  2. Yoane Wissa secures historic first World Cup point for DR Congo

    DR Congo earned a 1-1 draw against Portugal in their first World Cup appearance in 52 years. Yoane Wissa scored a header in first-half stoppage time to equalize after an early goal by Joao Neves. The result is the first single point the nation has ever earned in the tournament.

    What's confirmed:

    • DR Congo and Portugal played to a 1-1 draw.
    • Yoane Wissa scored the equalizing goal for DR Congo.
    • The result is the first single point DR Congo has earned in the World Cup.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Portugal manager Roberto Martinez is facing pressure over Cristiano Ronaldo's role following the draw.
    • The match took place in Guadalajara.
    confidence 95%

  3. Yoane Wissa secures DR Congo's first World Cup point in Portugal draw

    DR Congo played to a 1-1 draw against Portugal in their first World Cup appearance in 52 years. Joao Neves gave Portugal an early lead, but Yoane Wissa equalized in first-half stoppage time. The result marks the first single point the nation has earned in the tournament.

    What's confirmed:

    • Portugal and DR Congo tied 1-1.
    • Joao Neves scored for Portugal in the sixth minute.
    • Yoane Wissa scored the equalizing goal for DR Congo in first-half stoppage time.
    • This was DR Congo's first World Cup appearance in 52 years.
    • Wissa's goal was the first World Cup goal for the country.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Cristiano Ronaldo struggled to make an impact during his sixth World Cup appearance.
    • DR Congo previously appeared in the 1974 World Cup as Zaire and lost all three matches.
    confidence 95%

  4. Yoane Wissa Nets DR Congo's First World Cup Goal in Portugal Draw

    DR Congo earned their first World Cup point in history with a 1-1 draw against Portugal. Yoane Wissa scored the equalizing goal late in the first half. The match took place on Wednesday.

    What's confirmed:

    • Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo's first goal in FIFA World Cup history.
    • DR Congo played to a draw against Portugal in the 2026 World Cup.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • DR Congo returned to the World Cup after 52 years.
    • DR Congo returned to the World Cup after 54 years.
    confidence 90%

  5. DR Congo earns historic World Cup point in 1-1 draw with Portugal

    DR Congo secured their first World Cup point in 54 years with a 1-1 draw against Portugal in their opening match. Yoane Wissa scored the team's first-ever World Cup goal to level the game after João Neves opened the scoring. Cristiano Ronaldo was held scoreless as DR Congo advanced past their Group K opener.

    What's confirmed:

    • DR Congo earned their first World Cup point since 1974 with a 1-1 draw against Portugal in the 2026 tournament.
    • Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal to equalize in the match.
    • Portugal's João Neves opened the scoring before Wissa leveled the game.
    • Cristiano Ronaldo remained scoreless in the match.
    • The match took place on Wednesday, June 18, 2026, as DR Congo's opening Group K fixture.
    confidence 100%

  6. DR Congo secures first World Cup point in shock draw with Portugal

    Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo’s first-ever World Cup goal to earn a 1-1 draw with Portugal, marking their first point in a World Cup after a 54-year absence. Cristiano Ronaldo underperformed, while João Neves opened the scoring for Portugal. Fans celebrated the historic result as DR Congo advanced past their opening match.

    What's confirmed:

    • Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo’s first-ever World Cup goal in a 1-1 draw with Portugal, earning them their first World Cup point in history.
    • João Neves opened the scoring for Portugal before Wissa’s header in the 70th minute leveled the match.
    • DR Congo’s winless streak in World Cup matches since 1974 ended with the draw, marking their first point in 54 years.
    • Cristiano Ronaldo was substituted off early and underwhelmed in Portugal’s opening match.
    • The match took place in Houston Stadium as part of Group K in the 2026 World Cup.
    • Wissa, who nearly lost his sight in 2021, scored a header to secure the equalizer.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • A sports bettor reportedly won $1 million by betting against Portugal in the match.
    confidence 98%