Portugal vs Congo DR - Live Stream
View the live stream and TV coverage details and live score for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K Match - Portugal vs Congo DR.
Portugal begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against DR Congo on Wednesday, June 17, with Roberto Martínez's side aiming to make an immediate statement in Group K. The match in Houston also marks a historic milestone for Cristiano Ronaldo, who is set to become the first player to feature at six FIFA World Cups. Portugal are among the tournament favourites, but DR Congo return to the global stage for the first time since 1974 determined to spring an upset. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 CEST, 13:00 US Eastern (EDT) and 12:00 local time (CDT) in Houston.
How to Watch Portugal vs Congo DR – FIFA World Cup Match
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| Portugal | In Portugal the game will be broadcast live on Sport TV Channels 1, 2 and 5. |
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| Spain | DAZN and Movistar Plus+ – M+ Liga de Campeones will broadcast the match live in Spain. |
| Sweden | The live coverage of the match will be available on TV4 Sweden and TV4 Play.. |
| Norway | The Norwegian football fans can watch the match live on NRK 1 and NRK Sports |
| France | M6, beIN Sports 1, beIN Sports Connect, My Canal and Free will provide live coverage for French football fans. |
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Team news
Portugal
Portugal arrive in excellent form after winning all three of their pre-World Cup warm-up matches and have virtually a full-strength squad available. Roberto Martínez is expected to name his strongest starting XI, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading the attack in what is likely to be his final World Cup. Midfield stars Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha and João Neves are all fit, while Rúben Dias has recovered from a minor fitness concern and is expected to partner Gonçalo Inácio in central defence. Portugal are chasing their first-ever World Cup title after lifting the UEFA European Championship in 2016 and the UEFA Nations League.
DR Congo
DR Congo return to the World Cup for the first time in 52 years and coach Sébastien Desabre insists his team will play "without fear" despite facing one of the tournament favourites. The Leopards boast a squad packed with European-based talent, including Chancel Mbemba, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Axel Tuanzebe, Yoane Wissa and Cédric Bakambu. Preparations have not been disrupted despite travel restrictions affecting supporters because of the Ebola outbreak in the country, and Desabre believes his side have the pace and tactical flexibility to trouble Portugal.
Predicted line-ups
Portugal (4-3-3):
Diogo Costa; João Cancelo, Rúben Dias, Gonçalo Inácio, Nuno Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes; Bernardo Silva, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pedro Neto.
DR Congo (5-3-2):
Dimitry Bertaud; Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Chancel Mbemba, Axel Tuanzebe, Steve Kapuadi, Arthur Masuaku; Noah Sadiki, Samuel Moutoussamy, Ngal'ayel Mukau; Yoane Wissa, Cédric Bakambu.