DR Congo rallies to earn victory over Uzbekistan in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:42 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
DR Congo secured a memorable win against Uzbekistan during their World Cup match on June 27, 2026, showcasing a significant turnaround after an early setback. The match began with Uzbekistan scoring first, but Congo equalized through a penalty by Yoane Wissa. Following this, Fiston Mayele gave Congo the lead, and Wissa capped the night with a goal just before full-time. This victory marked DR Congo’s first win in the World Cup since their appearance in 1974, advancing them to the Round of 32. The team now faces England in their next match.
- •Uzbekistan scored early but had an offside goal overturned.
- •DR Congo equalized with a penalty by Yoane Wissa.
- •Fiston Mayele scored to give Congo the lead in the 78th minute.
- •Wissa added a third goal just before the end of regulation.
- •Congo advances to face England in the knockout stage.
- 3:42 AMYahoo Sports — DR Congo vaults from despair to World Cup delirium — ‘We write our story with a black pen’
"Congo, a nation of 100 million people, is right this moment enjoying the greatest sporting moment in its history.
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