DR Congo returned to the World Cup in 2026 after a long 52-year gap. The squad held Portugal to a 1-1 draw on 18 June in the opening stage. Congolese communities in the American state hosted watch parties under the slogan "Root for Congo." The Guardian noted the team has become a rare unifying force across the fractured nation. A photo showed players and staff together in prayer after a victory. Live score platforms now feature England versus DR Congo fixtures. Fox Sports highlighted a possible meeting with the Socceroos later in the event.
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Portugal 1-1 Congo DR (18 Jun, 2026) Final Score - ESPN
Portugal 1-1 Congo DR (18 Jun, 2026) Final Score ESPN
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How DR Congo's football team became a rare source of national unity - The Guardian
How DR Congo's football team became a rare source of national unity The Guardian
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England VS DR Congo: Live Scores, Lineups, H2H & Odds - 365Scores
England VS DR Congo: Live Scores, Lineups, H2H & Odds 365Scores
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England - D.R. Congo - Flashscore.com
England - D.R. Congo Flashscore.com
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Socceroos' full World Cup path after 96th-minute drama, and when they could face England - Fox Sports
Socceroos' full World Cup path after 96th-minute drama, and when they could face England Fox Sports