Portugal vs DR Congo: Full list of substitutes for FIFA World Cup 2026 clash
Portugal and the DR Congo are ready for their first-ever clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The time for Portugal’s first game of the FIFA World Cup has come. Roberto Martinez’s men look sharp and ready as they will face DR Congo, who defeated Nigeria to secure a position in the summer competition.
The match will take place at the Houston Stadium, the same venue where Germany secured a 7-1 victory over FIFA World Cup debutants Curacao. Currently ranked 5th in the world, Seleção das Quinas are desperate for a global triumph.
Their best finish in the FIFA World Cup came in 1966, when they finished third under former Benfica forward Eusebio. On the other side, the DR Congo have returned to the tournament after a huge gap of 52 years. Thus, both sides are chasing a goal for decades, and tonight, they have the opportunity to take a strong step forward.
Portugal are likely to play exciting football, as they have creative young players in the line-up that blend well with the seasoned veterans. Meanwhile, under French tactician Sebastien Desabre, the Leopards play a pragmatic, highly disciplined, and physically intense style of football.
DR Congo’s captain, Chancel Mbemba, is one of their most crucial and most capped players. The former Newcastle United player is an important part of the Leopards’ defence. On the other hand, Cedric Bakambu is integral to the side’s attack.
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Portugal substitutes
Substitutes: José Sá (GK), Rui Silva (GK), Diogo Dalot, Matheus Nunes, Nélson Semedo, Ruben Dias, Rúben Neves, Samuel Costa, João Félix, Francisco Trincão, Francisco Conceição, Gonçalo Guedes, Gonçalo Ramos, Goncalo Inacio, Rafael Leão
DR Congo substitutes
Substitutes: Matthieu Epolo (GK), Timothy Fayulu (GK), Dylan Batubinsika, Joris Kayembe, Gédéon Kalulu, Aaron Tshibola, Charles Pickel, Gaël Kakuta, Meschack Elia, Simon Banza, Fiston Mayele, Theo Bongonda, Brian Cipenga, Noah Sadiki, Nathanael Mbuku
Where to watch Portugal vs DR Congo live in India?
Portugal vs DR Congo will be streamed live on Zee5 in India.
Where will Portugal vs DR Congo be played?
The game will be played at the Houston Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Who won the last head-to-head encounter between Portugal and DR Congo?
This will be the first encounter between these two nations.
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