World Cup: Match 23 Group K - Portugal vs Congo DR

Portugal take on the Democratic Republic of Congo in Match 23 of Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, kicking off at 1:00 p.m. ET on June 17 at NRG Stadium in Houston. Portugal enter as one of the tournament's pre-tournament favorites, led by 41-year-old all-time great Cristiano Ronaldo — potentially playing in his sixth and final World Cup — alongside stars Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva. DR Congo, the last team to complete the 48-nation roster after a dramatic last-minute qualifying header, make a historic return to the World Cup stage as the Leopards look to cause an upset against one of Europe's elite sides.

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