Yoanne Wissa's dramatic equalizer against Portugal at the FIFA World Cup 2026 marked DR Congo's first-ever goal in the tournament, ending a 52-year drought. Five years prior, Wissa faced a life-threatening acid attack.
Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo. Joao Neves gave them an early lead in the 6th minute, but Yoane Wissa equalised deep into first-half stoppage time with a header. Cristiano Ronaldo had a quiet game as Portugal failed to find a winner despite late attacking.
Joao Neves opens the scoring for Portugal with early goal but Yoane Wissa equalises in first-half injury time.
Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal to salvage a shock 1-1 draw with Portugal in their World Cup opener in Houston Stadium.
Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal to grab them a shock 1-1 draw with Portugal in their Group K opener.
The virus has infected 837 people and resulted in 196 deaths in DR Congo and Uganda, according to the latest official figures.
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