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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is delivering drama across North America, and Wednesday’s action was no exception. From history-making moments in Group K to a tightly contested Group L clash in rainy Toronto, here’s everything you need to know.
DR Congo 1–1 Portugal — History in Kansas City
In Group K, DR Congo earned their first-ever World Cup point — and scored their first-ever World Cup goal — in a gritty 1-1 draw against Portugal at Arrowhead Stadium.
- Yoane Wissa rose highest to head home DR Congo’s historic first World Cup goal, sparking emotional celebrations
- Portugal responded through a well-worked equalizer but couldn’t find a winner
- The result leaves Group K wide open heading into Matchday 2
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Portugal | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Colombia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ghana vs. Panama — LIVE in Toronto
Group L action is underway at Toronto Stadium, with the score 0-0 in the early stages. Panama nearly took the lead inside two minutes — Cecilio Waterman forced Ghana keeper Lawrence Ati Zigi into an acrobatic save.
- Ghana missing key stars: Mohammed Kudus (injury), Thomas Partey (denied entry to Canada)
- Carlos Queiroz managing his fifth consecutive World Cup
- England currently top Group L after their 4-2 win over Croatia
Other Notable Results
| Match | Group | Score | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| England vs Croatia | L | 4-2 | Bellingham brilliant |
| USA vs Paraguay | D | 4-1 | Americans cruise at home |
| Germany vs Curaçao | E | 7-1 | Goal-fest for Die Mannschaft |
| Argentina vs Algeria | J | 3-0 | Messi dazzles, equals record |
| Norway vs Iraq | I | 4-1 | Haaland double on debut |
| France vs Senegal | I | 3-1 | Mbappé stunner |
| Sweden vs Tunisia | F | 5-1 | Swedish statement win |
| Mexico vs South Africa | A | 2-0 | Hosts begin strongly |
| Australia vs Turkey | D | 2-0 | Socceroos impress |
Upcoming Matches
Later Today (June 17): Uzbekistan vs Colombia (Group K) — Kansas City
Tomorrow (June 18): More Matchday 1 fixtures continue across all groups.
FAQ
Q: Is this the first time DR Congo has scored in a World Cup?
A: Yes! They previously competed as Zaire in 1974 without scoring. This is their first goal and first point in tournament history.
Q: How does the 2026 World Cup format work?
A: 48 teams across 12 groups of 4. Top 2 from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to a 32-team knockout round.
Q: Where is the 2026 World Cup being played?
A: Across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The final is at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Q: Who are the tournament favorites?
A: Argentina (defending champions), France, Brazil, England, and Germany have all impressed in their opening matches.
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