Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portugal played a draw against DR Congo at Houston Stadium, Texas, USA. All eyes were on Cristiano Ronaldo but the Portugal skipper went back without scoring any goal.
Portugal 1-1 DR Congo were the final scores at 90 minutes of play (+ stoppage). This draw is not less than any victory for DR Congo, which displayed a strong defence and did not allow Europeans to show dominance.
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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.
In the group K, now both teams will share the points. For Portugal, Joao Neve (6') scored the goal, while Yoane Wissa (45+5') hit the equaliser. Interestingly, both the goal scorers hit the nets with headers.
HERE ARE HIGHLIGHTS OF PORTUGAL vs DR CONGO FIFA WORLD CUP 2026
Jun 18, 2026, 12:31 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
It's a Draw!!! Portugal 1-1 DR Congo. It is not less than a victory for African country as they first managed to level the goal and then restrict Portugal with their good defence.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:29 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Yellow Card!!! Araujo gets a yellow card after he aggressively blocked off Wissa.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:25 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
90 minutes are up and 5 more minutes of stoppage time has been added to the play.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:23 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Yellow Card!!! Portugal defender Nelson Semedo gets a yellow card.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:21 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo makes changes! Bakambu and Wan-Bissaka go out, they are being replaced by Simon Banza and Gedeon Kalulu.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:18 AM IST
Foul!!! Conceicao penalised for a foul on Kayembe.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:16 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Last 10 minutes + stoppage time is left. The clock is putting equal pressure on Portugal as DR Congo's defence.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:13 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Both the teams have now intensified attacks and seeking the winning goal. POR 1-1 COD.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:12 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Portugal substitution! Rafael Leao and Nuno Mendes in, Nuno Mendes and Pedro Neto out.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:10 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
There was a big chance Cristiano Ronaldo as he breaks through the DR Congo line, but CR7 is at the edge of the six-yard box, he kicks the ball with his right foot but the ball flies wide of the post.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:05 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Hydration break!!!
Jun 18, 2026, 12:05 AM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Houston is heating up now. Portugal looks frustrated now. Kayembe’s challenge on Neto. While Wissa near the side line gets involved in some afters with a Portugal player as both push and pull each other.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:59 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
An arial batter takes place in Portugal's box. Bakambu flicks the ball, Kapuadi takes it, DR Congo defender sends the ball away from goal post.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:57 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Corner!!! Portugal's Mendes kicks from the right but the ball is diverted by DR Congo defender.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:54 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo makes a change! Noah Sadiki replaces Ngalayel Mukau on field.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:51 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Offside!!! It was such an amazing effort. With a bicycle kick by Cancelo, Portugal had almost scored second goal, but they only get a heartbreak.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:46 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo is passing the ball well and now they have intensified attacks Wan Bissaka is sent through right, he tries to cut in, but is blocked. a goal kick!
Jun 17, 2026, 11:40 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Portugal substitution! Francisco Conceicao comes in for Bernardo Silva.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:39 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:29 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:24 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:22 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:21 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Corner!!! DR Congo gets 2 back to back free kicks.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:19 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:17 PM IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
First half ends! Officials have added 4 minutes play time to the first half.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:16 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:13 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:10 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:06 PM IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:01 PM IST
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.
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Jun 17, 2026, 10:23 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:29 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:32 pm IST
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!
Jun 17, 2026, 10:38 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026
Goal!!!! What a header to score the first goal.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:40 pm IST
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
Jun 17, 2026, 10:45 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:47 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:50 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:58 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 10:59 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
The game resumes. POR 1-0 COD
Jun 17, 2026, 11:01 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:06 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:10 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:13 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:16 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:17 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
First half ends! Officials have added 4 minutes play time to the first half.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:19 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:21 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Corner!!! DR Congo gets 2 back to back free kicks.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:22 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:24 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:29 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:39 pm IST
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.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:40 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Portugal substitution! Francisco Conceicao comes in for Bernardo Silva.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:46 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo is passing the ball well and now they have intensified attacks Wan Bissaka is sent through right, he tries to cut in, but is blocked. a goal kick!
Jun 17, 2026, 11:51 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Offside!!! It was such an amazing effort. With a bicycle kick by Cancelo, Portugal had almost scored second goal, but they only get a heartbreak.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:54 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
DR Congo makes a change! Noah Sadiki replaces Ngalayel Mukau on field.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:57 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Corner!!! Portugal's Mendes kicks from the right but the ball is diverted by DR Congo defender.
Jun 17, 2026, 11:59 pm IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
An arial batter takes place in Portugal's box. Bakambu flicks the ball, Kapuadi takes it, DR Congo defender sends the ball away from goal post.
Jun 18, 2026, 12:05 am IST
Portugal vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE
Houston is heating up now. Portugal looks frustrated now. Kayembe’s challenge on Neto. While Wissa near the side line gets involved in some afters with a Portugal player as both push and pull each other.
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