The Democratic Republic of Congo ended their half-century wait to return to the FIFA World Cup in some style on Wednesday, as Yoane Wissa scored a fine equaliser with the Leopards coming from behind to deny Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo a win.
The 1-1 draw saw the DRC record their first-ever point at a World Cup. Pitted against one of the tournament favourites, Congo were up against it with Ronaldo and his teammates, but the Leopards held their nerve during a contest in which they were largely without the ball, yet did not fold under intensifying Portuguese pressure.
At half-time, Portugal had registered 80 percent of the possession, with the Leopards forced to defend deep and remain compact. Wissa and Cédric Bakambu constantly attempted to pressure the European backline and disrupt their opponents.
Even when they fell behind following Joao Neves’s sixth-minute opener, Sebastien Desabre’s side played with intent and adventure when they did get hold of the ball. Wissa equalised the goal, ensuring the Leopards secured a historic point against Portugal.
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