Houston: Portugal's form faltered in their World Cup opener, drawing 1-1 with Congo. The result of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, matchday 1, Group K, between Portugal and DR Congo at Houston Stadium ended with both teams taking a point each.
According to Thai News Agency, just six minutes into the game, Portugal took the lead 1-0 when Pedro Neto crossed the ball from the left to Joo Neves, who headed it in unopposed. Then, towards the end of the first half, in the 45+4 minute, DR Congo equalized 1-1 when Arthur Masuaku delivered a corner kick to the head of Yoan Wissa, who headed it into the net.
After that, neither team could add to the score in the second half, and the game ended in a 1-1 draw between Portugal and DR Congo after 90 minutes.