Yoane Wissa plays for DR Congo in World Cup opener against Portugal
Al Jazeera English • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Yoane Wissa represents DR Congo in their World Cup opener against Portugal. This match marks the first World Cup appearance for DR Congo in 52 years. Wissa's presence is notable as he overcame a serious acid attack in 2021, which put his eyesight at risk. He not only recovered but has become a crucial player for his national team as they take on a formidable opponent. Wissa expressed confidence in his team's chances despite being the underdogs.
- •Wissa nearly lost his eyesight due to an acid attack in 2021.
- •DR Congo's World Cup match against Portugal is their first in 52 years.
- •Wissa aims to lead his team against Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal.
- •DR Congo considers itself an underdog but remains hopeful for victory.
- 9:14 PMAl Jazeera English — Meet Yoane Wissa, who scored DR Congo’s first-ever goal at a World Cup - Al Jazeera
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — How Yoane Wissa recovered from almost losing his eyesight in 2021 to play for DR Congo at the World Cup
"Yoane Wissa’s rise to represent the DR Congo is all the more extraordinary after he almost lost his eyesight in 2021. DR Congo are playing in the World Cup for the first time in 52 years and face a difficult test against Portugal for their opening game of Group K.
"Wissa, who nearly lost his sight in 2021, scored a header marking DR Congo’s historic return to the World Cup.
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External links- Al Jazeera EnglishJun 17, 2026, 9:14 PMMeet Yoane Wissa, who scored DR Congo’s first-ever goal at a World Cup - Al Jazeera
Wissa, who nearly lost his sight in 2021, scored a header marking DR Congo’s historic return to the World Cup.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 5:30 PMHow Yoane Wissa recovered from almost losing his eyesight in 2021 to play for DR Congo at the World Cup
Yoane Wissa’s rise to represent the DR Congo is all the more extraordinary after he almost lost his eyesight in 2021. DR Congo are playing in the World Cup for the first time in 52 years and face a difficult test against Portugal for their opening game of Group K.
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