DR Congo's Bakambu Sends Message to Portugal Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup: ‘Portugal Can Be Controlled’

Author: Farah Ben GamraPublished on: April 8, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of Congo

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DR Congo's Bakambu Sends Message to Portugal Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup: ‘Portugal Can Be Controlled’

Cédric Bakambu, DR Congo's star forward and Real Betis player, stated that 'Portugal can be controlled' ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. DR Congo, returning to the World Cup after 52 years, secured their qualification by defeating Jamaica 1-0 in extra time on March 31. They will open their campaign on June 17 at NRG Stadium in Houston, facing Portugal, the favorite in Group K.

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