Portugal face RD Kongo in Houston as Ronaldo chases World Cup record

Portugal open Group K of the 2026 World Cup against Republik Demokratik Kongo at Houston Stadium in the United States on Thursday (18/6) early morning WIB. Selecao arrive as favorites after qualifying with 20 goals in six matches and are seeking a perfect start to strengthen their bid for the knockout stage. Attention is centered on Cristiano Ronaldo, who is appearing at his sixth World Cup and could add to his total of 15 goals in the tournament. RD Kongo return to the World Cup stage for the first time since 1974 after advancing through the intercontinental playoff with a 1-0 win over Jamaika in Guadalajara. According to FIFA records, this is the first meeting between the two sides at a World Cup finals or in senior international play.