Bruno Fernandes struggles as Portugal draws with DR Congo in opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:40 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Portugal's World Cup opener against DR Congo concluded in a 1-1 draw in Houston. Joao Neves opened the scoring for Portugal early in the match before Yoane Wissa equalized just before halftime. Bruno Fernandes had a quiet game, failing to create significant chances throughout the match. His best moment came late, with a shot that went wide. Portugal will face Uzbekistan next on June 20.
- •Portugal scores first with Joao Neves' header in the fifth minute.
- •Yoane Wissa equalizes for DR Congo shortly before halftime.
- •Fernandes had two shots and 87% pass accuracy but no key passes.
- •Portugal's next match is against Uzbekistan on June 20.
- 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — Bruno Fernandes kept quiet as Portugal are held by DR Congo
"Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes produced a subdued outing by his standards as Portugal played out a draw with DR Congo in their World Cup opener.ContainedPortugal are widely considered one o...
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