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Portugal and DR Congo draw 1-1 as Ronaldo sets World Cup record

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:11 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Portugal and DR Congo draw 1-1 as Ronaldo sets World Cup record

Summary

Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo played to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. João Neves opened the scoring for Portugal in the sixth minute, but Yoane Wissa equalized for Congo with a header just before halftime. Although Cristiano Ronaldo did not score, he became the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match at 41 years and 132 days. Despite a strong start from Portugal, Ronaldo's side lacked finishing quality and could not secure the win. Both teams will look to improve in their upcoming matches, with Portugal facing Colombia next.

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By the Numbers

•Portugal leads early with a goal from João Neves.
•Yoane Wissa scores DR Congo's first World Cup goal.
•Cristiano Ronaldo starts at a record age of 41 years, 132 days.
•Portugal's João Cancelo has a goal disallowed for offside.
•Next, Portugal will face Colombia in their next group match.

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8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Ronaldo gets record but no goal and win as Portugal held by DR Congo

What they're saying

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Record-breaker Cristiano Ronaldo had a quiet game as Portugal were held 1-1 by the Democratic Republic of Congo in another World Cup surprise on Wednesday. João Neves nodded Portugal ahead in the sixth minute but Yoane Wissa's thumping header on the last play of the first half put Congo level with their first ever World Cup goal.
— Yahoo Sports

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