Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan
DR Congo advances to the 2026 World Cup round of 32 after a 3-1 comeback victory over Uzbekistan.
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DR Congo defeated Uzbekistan 3-1 to secure a place in the last 32 of the World Cup. Yoane Wissa played a starring role in the Leopards' comeback win, according to Sky Sports.
Coverage from AP News highlights that DR Congo is the eighth African team to reach this stage of the tournament. FIFA and Sky Sports both confirmed the final score of the match.
DR Congo is now set to face England in their upcoming round of 32 clash.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the match?
DR Congo defeated Uzbekistan 3-1.
Who will DR Congo play next?
DR Congo will face England in the round of 32.
How many African teams have reached the round of 32?
According to AP News, DR Congo is the eighth African team to make the round of 32.
Coverage (4)
- World Cup 2026: DR Congo 3-1 Uzbekistan - Yoane Wissa stars as the Leopards complete comeback win to set up last 32 clash against England Sky Sports · 6h ago
- Congo becomes 8th African team to make the World Cup round of 32 AP News · 6h ago
- A standing ovation in Miami for @jamesdrodriguez as he is subbed off 🇨🇴 FOX Sports · 6h ago
- Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan FIFA · 6h ago broke it first
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