Result

Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by tournament debutants Congo DR in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K opener in Houston on 17 June 2026.

Goals

Joao Neves 6' (Portugal); Yoane Wissa 45'+ (Congo DR).

Match report

Joao Neves put Portugal ahead inside six minutes and a comfortable afternoon looked on the cards, but Congo DR had other ideas. Yoane Wissa struck in first-half stoppage time to claim the nation's first-ever World Cup goal and point, holding firm thereafter to earn a memorable draw. Watch the full Portugal vs Congo DR highlights and both goals above.

People also ask

Who scored in Portugal vs Congo DR?

Joao Neves for Portugal and Yoane Wissa for Congo DR.

What was the final score of Portugal vs Congo DR?

It finished 1-1.

Was this a milestone for Congo DR?

Yes - Wissa's goal was Congo DR's first at a World Cup and earned them a first-ever point.