DR Congo Stun Portugal: Wissa Makes History as Ronaldo Is Frustrated in a 1-1 Draw

Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their Group K opener in Houston, as the Leopards claimed a historic point against one of the tournament favourites and frustrated Cristiano Ronaldo, who played the full 90 minutes without scoring. (ESPN)

Goal Timeline

• 5' Neves (POR) — A early header puts Portugal ahead.
• 45+' Wissa (COD) — A header on the stroke of half-time; DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal.

History on Both Sides

Wissa's strike earned DR Congo their first goal and first point in World Cup history. Ronaldo, meanwhile, became the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match, though he fired two half-chances off target and could not add a ninth World Cup goal. (FIFA)

Roberto Martínez's side dominated possession but couldn't find a winner; Portugal have two games left in a group that also features Colombia and Uzbekistan.

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