DR Congo Snatch Late Equalizer Against Portugal on the Stroke of Half-Time
Portugal and DR Congo are level at 1-1 at half-time in their World Cup opener. Yoane Wissa's header on the stroke of half-time cancelled out João Neves' early opener. Neves had given Portugal the lead just six minutes into the game, heading home from Pedro Neto's cross. The goal was the second fastest of the tournament, timed at 5:53.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is making history as the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup game. He is also the second oldest player to participate in the tournament.
In other news, Brest coach Éric Roy has passed away at the age of 58.
In England team news, Jude Bellingham is expected to start against Croatia tonight. Portugal and England are among the teams in action today, with Ghana taking on Panama and Uzbekistan facing Colombia.
In a separate development, the Premier League has explained why Tottenham was not awarded a penalty in their draw against Leeds.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr team missed out on the Saudi League title after a mistake by Brazilian goalkeeper Bento. The team was leading 1-0 until the 53rd minute of the second half.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is making history as the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup game. He is also the second oldest player to participate in the tournament.
In other news, Brest coach Éric Roy has passed away at the age of 58.
In England team news, Jude Bellingham is expected to start against Croatia tonight. Portugal and England are among the teams in action today, with Ghana taking on Panama and Uzbekistan facing Colombia.
In a separate development, the Premier League has explained why Tottenham was not awarded a penalty in their draw against Leeds.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr team missed out on the Saudi League title after a mistake by Brazilian goalkeeper Bento. The team was leading 1-0 until the 53rd minute of the second half.
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