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Portugal held to draw by DR Congo as Ronaldo criticized

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:13 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Portugal held to draw by DR Congo as Ronaldo criticized

Summary

Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo played to a 1-1 draw in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Joao Neves scored for Portugal, but DR Congo equalized through Yoane Wissa. Following the game, ESPN analyst Alejandro Moreno called out Cristiano Ronaldo's performance, stating he is 'not useful' to the team's strategy. Ronaldo's involvement was questioned, with concerns about the team's reliance on him. Portugal has matches upcoming against Uzbekistan and Colombia in Group K.

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By the Numbers

•Portugal draws 1-1 with DR Congo in World Cup opener
•Joao Neves scores first for Portugal
•Yoane Wissa equalizes for DR Congo
•Analyst critiques Ronaldo's performance
•Portugal's next matches are against Uzbekistan and Colombia

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8:13 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo told he is ‘not useful’ to Portugal after disappointing 1-1 draw against Congo

What they're saying

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Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he is “not useful” to Portugal after the team’s disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Portugal entered the tournament among the favourites and appeared to be on course for victory after taking the lead through Joao Neves.
— Yahoo Sports

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