Houston, June 17, 2026 (AFP) - Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn historic World Cup point

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2026-06-17

Cristiano Ronaldo's record-equalling sixth World Cup got off to a disappointing start as the Democratic Republic of Congo secured their first ever point at the finals, drawing 1-1 with Portugal in their Group K match on Wednesday. Yoane Wissa's header cancelled out Joao Neves's early goal and the African side -- appearing in their first World Cup since 1974 when it was known as Zaire -- more than held their own. Ronaldo, 41, was largely a periphe......

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