The DR Congo national football team faced Portugal on Wednesday. The match was marked by a mistake from Cristiano Ronaldo that cost his team dearly.

What happened ?

Portugal dominated the match with 80% possession in the first half and 69% in the second. However, the team lost its momentum and was faced with two major problems.

Why it matters for the DR Congo national football team ?

The match showed that the DR Congo national football team can hold its own against top-level teams like Portugal. The final result was 1-1.

What comes next ?

The DR Congo national football team will face Uzbekistan next Tuesday. The match will be crucial for the team's qualification chances. Portugal had 57% possession on the left side in the first half and 48% of the time on the right side. The DR Congo national football team was able to create scoring opportunities through its counter-attacks.