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Portugal held 1-1 by DR Congo in World Cup opener

Published 17 June 2026

In a stunning start to its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, tournament favorite Portugal was held to a 1-1 draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo in their Group K opener on Wednesday in Houston.

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