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Portugal held to draw by DR Congo in World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:43 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Portugal held to draw by DR Congo in World Cup opener
Summary

Portugal played to a 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their World Cup opener on June 17 in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo, competing in his sixth World Cup, remained scoreless, continuing a streak of ten consecutive games without a goal in major tournaments. Manager Roberto Martinez faced criticism for not substituting Ronaldo during the match, with commentators highlighting the player's lack of involvement. Former England striker Chris Sutton described the situation as 'embarrassing' for Martinez. Portugal's next match is against Uzbekistan on June 20.

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  • •Portugal draws 1-1 with DR Congo in World Cup opener.
  • •Cristiano Ronaldo fails to score, extending his goal drought.
  • •Roberto Martinez criticized for not substituting Ronaldo.
  • •Next match for Portugal is against Uzbekistan on June 20.
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  • 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — ‘That is embarrassing’: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal boss slammed after big World Cup call
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Ronaldo, 41, failed to get on the scoresheet as Portugal drew 1-1 to DR Congo in their World Cup opener in Houston

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