Portugal vs DR Congo: What Roberto Martinez said after disappointing draw
Author: John Owen NwachukwuPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: Portugal
Sports

Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup, with Joao Neves scoring in the 6th minute before Yoane Wissa equalized with DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal. Coach Roberto Martinez acknowledged his team needs to improve and be self-critical, but he is not panicking after one match. Cristiano Ronaldo, who failed to score, will remain captain for the next game against Uzbekistan on June 23 in Houston.
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