DR Congo aims for World Cup Round of 32 against Uzbekistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:36 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
DR Congo faces Uzbekistan on June 28, needing a win to advance to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. The African nation has drawn with Portugal and lost to Colombia, putting them in a must-win situation against Uzbekistan, considered the easiest opponent in their group. A victory would secure them the fourth point necessary to qualify as a third-place team. Historically, DR Congo, previously known as Zaire, has only participated in the World Cup once, in 1974, without scoring a goal.
- •DR Congo needs a win against Uzbekistan to advance.
- •The team has drawn with Portugal and lost to Colombia.
- •A draw would result in elimination with only 2 points.
- •DR Congo's previous World Cup appearance was in 1974.
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Here's how DR Congo can qualify for World Cup Round of 32 with this result vs. Uzbekistan
"This would be a historic moment for the African nation.
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