Portugal and DR Congo play to 1-1 draw in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:11 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Portugal faced DR Congo in an ongoing World Cup match, which ended with a 1-1 draw. The match marked a historic first World Cup point for DR Congo. Despite a strong showing in previous matches, Portugal struggled offensively, with Cristiano Ronaldo's performance being criticized. His presence reportedly hindered teammates, particularly Bruno Fernandes, from making impactful plays throughout the game.
- •Portugal draws 1-1 with DR Congo at the World Cup on June 17, 2026.
- •Cristiano Ronaldo had limited impact during the match.
- •Bruno Fernandes struggled to influence the game due to Ronaldo's presence.
- •This is DR Congo's first-ever World Cup point.
- •The match remains in progress.
- 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — 'Not Ronaldo, Portugal': How Cristiano cost Bruno Fernandes, Portuguese teammates chance to beat DR Congo at World Cup
"Even before the match, the Fox broadcast crew had an idea of what might happen here.
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