Portugal faces DR Congo at World Cup 2026 in Houston
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Portugal and DR Congo are set to compete in their World Cup 2026 opener today at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. The match is scheduled to kick off at 12 p.m. local time. Portugal, returning after a quarterfinal finish in 2022, is captained by Cristiano Ronaldo, while DR Congo aims to make an impression in its first World Cup appearance since 1974. The teams have not previously met in World Cup action, heightening the event's significance for both sides. Live streaming and TV broadcast will be available on Fox and streaming service fubo.
- •Match kicks off at 12 p.m. local time today.
- •Game held at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
- •Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal as captain.
- •DR Congo is making its first World Cup appearance since 1974.
- •Live coverage available on Fox and fubo streaming service.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Portugal vs. DR Congo free live stream: How to watch World Cup game online without cable
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- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — What time is Portugal vs. DR Congo? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 10:00 AMPortugal vs. DR Congo free live stream: How to watch World Cup game online without cable
World Cup free live streams: How to watch Portugal vs. DR Congo as 2026 tournament gets underway.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 9:39 AMPortugal vs. DR Congo: How to watch the Group K World Cup match today: TV channel, start time, where to stream free, and more
Are you ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Here's how to watch Portugal vs. DR Congo on Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 9:00 AMWhat time is Portugal vs. DR Congo? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match
What time is World Cup Portugal vs. DR Congo match on? Start time and kickoff schedule for today's match, plus all the information you need to watch the game.
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