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DR Congo earn World Cup point against Portugal

DR Congo earn World Cup point against Portugal
BBC News Wednesday 17 June 2026, 19:36 UTC 1 min read
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DR Congo come from behind to hold Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their Group K match at the Houston Stadium in the Fifa World Cup.

DR Congo come from behind to hold Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their Group K match at the Houston Stadium in the Fifa World Cup.
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