Congo DR World Cup 2026 Squad: Starting 11, Fixtures & Live Updates
Group K features Congo DR with fixtures against Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England taking place across Houston, United States, Guadalajara, Mexico and Atlanta, United States.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Match Centre
Live status, the latest result and the next fixture are kept together for a quick matchday check.
Congo DRCD
EnglandGB-ENGFull Time - Winner: England
Atlanta Stadium, AtlantaOpen match reportLast checked: September 12, 2026 9:58 PM. Match status can refresh from the connected live feed near kickoff.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Final Route
This block follows Congo DR through the title match with the latest knockout result, next confirmed final, TV guide and match centre links.
Last updated: September 12, 2026 9:58 PMCongo DR vs England
- Stage
- Round of 32
- Status
- Full Time
- Result / Time
- 2 - 1 - England
- Venue
- Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
Congo DR vs England
- Stage
- Round of 32
- Status
- Full Time
- Result / Time
- 2 - 1 - England
- Venue
- Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
Congo DR TV guide
Check the country guide before kickoff for TV channels, live stream notes and local match listings.
Open TV guideCongo DR Lineup and Match Events
Auto checked: September 12, 2026 9:58 PMCongo DR (4-1-4-1)
- 1Lionel Mpasi
- 2Aaron Wan-bissaka
- 4Axel Tuanzebe
- 22Chancel Mbemba
- 26Arthur Masuaku
- 6Ngalayel Mukau
- 7Nathanael Mbuku
- 8Samuel Moutoussamy
- 14Noah Sadiki
- 9Brian Cipenga
- 20Yoane Wissa
Congo DR vs England Updates
- Full TimeMatch end
The final whistle sounds.
- Full TimeEnd Time
The referee brings the second period to an end.
- AttemptAttempt at Goal
Yoane WISSA (Congo DR) attempts an effort on goal.
- AttemptFoul
Jude BELLINGHAM (England) commits a foul.
- AttemptFoul
Axel TUANZEBE (Congo DR) commits a foul.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Group Standings and Opponents
Congo DR play in Group K with Portugal, Uzbekistan and Colombia. The top two teams in each group advance automatically, and the eight best third-place teams also reach the Round of 32.
The standings table updates from completed World Cup results. Use it beside the remaining fixtures, venues and squad information.
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
 Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Congo DR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
 Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -9 | 0 |
Other Group K matches not involving Congo DR: Uzbekistan vs Colombia on Jun 18, 2026, Portugal vs Uzbekistan on Jun 23, 2026 and Colombia vs Portugal on Jun 27, 2026.
Countries with multiple time zones use a default city/time zone. Use the timezone dropdown for exact selection.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Fixtures, Dates and Venues
Each schedule card shows opponent, kickoff, venue and host city for a Congo DR group match.
PortugalPTCongo DRCD- Status
- Full Time - Draw
- Date
- Wed, Jun 17, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 1 - 1
- Venue
- Houston Stadium, Houston
- Venue role
- 7 tournament matches
ColombiaCOCongo DRCD- Status
- Full Time - Winner: Colombia
- Date
- Wed, Jun 24, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 1 - 0
- Venue
- Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara
- Venue role
- 4 tournament matches
Congo DRCDUzbekistanUZ- Status
- Full Time - Winner: Congo DR
- Date
- Sat, Jun 27, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 3 - 1
- Venue
- Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
- Venue role
- 8 tournament matches
EnglandGB-ENGCongo DRCD- Status
- Full Time - Winner: England
- Date
- Wed, Jul 1, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 2 - 1
- Venue
- Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
- Venue role
- 8 tournament matches
The timezone selector converts each kickoff. Final broadcaster listings decide the match channel.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Performance
Eight of the twelve third-place teams advance. The cross-group ranking decides this place.
These figures use completed World Cup matches only. Live scores do not enter the group record until the result is final.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Players to Watch
The watch list starts with Cedric Bakambu, Chancel Mbemba and Meschack Elia, then connects each player with the squad and fixtures.
Cedric Bakambu
Cedric Bakambu is listed as a forward for Congo DR in FIFA's World Cup 2026 squad announcement.
Chancel Mbemba
For Congo DR, Chancel Mbemba is one of the FIFA-listed defender options.
Meschack Elia
For Congo DR, Meschack Elia is one of the FIFA-listed midfielder options.
Yoane Wissa
Yoane Wissa gives Congo DR another forward option in the official FIFA squad announcement.
Theo Bongonda
Theo Bongonda gives Congo DR another forward option in the official FIFA squad announcement.
Congo DR Latest News
Congo DR news updates are grouped with the squad, fixture and venue information.
Congo DR squad update
Final World Cup 2026 squad confirmation is still pending, so early player names are not treated as the official roster.
Congo DR group stage fixtures
Opening match: Congo DR vs Portugal on Jun 17, 2026 at Houston Stadium.
Congo DR injury and availability notes
Injury issue, return date and match status stay blank until verified team news is available.
Congo DR group stage
Congo DR are in Group K with Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Injury and Availability
No injuries are guessed for Congo DR. A player stays listed unless a reliable update adds an issue, return date or match status.
Latest checked: Sep 12, 2026
Serious and match-risk cases stay separated.
Short-term notes are shown only when verified.
| Player | Position | Injury / issue | Return date | Match status | Latest note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No confirmed Congo DR player injury update is currently linked. This section updates when reliable team news, federation reports or matchday sources confirm an issue. | |||||
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Squad List and Players
For Congo DR, FIFA's squad announcement sets the starting point, with injury and registration updates still worth tracking. Start with Cedric Bakambu, Chancel Mbemba and Meschack Elia when checking the squad.
Squad information is based on official FIFA squad announcements and updated on 2 June 2026.
Goalkeepers
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Squad information was updated on 8 June 2026.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Squad Depth by Position
Congo DR's position counts show squad depth without predicting a lineup.
Congo DR role map
The depth chart shows how many players appear in each position group.
Congo DR list 26 players across four position groups.
3 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 9 midfielders and 5 attackers are listed.
- GoalkeeperLionel Mpasi
- DefenceChancel Mbemba, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Alex Tuanzebe and Arthur Masuaku
- MidfieldNoah Sadiki, Samuel Moutoussamy and Edo Kayembe
- AttackTheo Bongonda, Fiston Mayele and Cedric Bakambu
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Form and Qualifying Results
Congo DR's last five completed internationals include W 1-0 vs Jamaica, W 2-0 vs Bermuda and L 0-1 vs Algeria. Congo DR have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss across their last 5 completed matches. Form helps, but friendlies, qualifiers and tournament matches are not the same test.
Recent form source: historical international results. Results are used as a form reference and may differ from federation-specific archives.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Squad, Fixtures and Group
Congo DR start in Group K against Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England. They are #46 in the FIFA Men's World Ranking and have room to climb during the tournament. FIFA history records list 1 previous World Cup appearance before 2026. Sébastien Desabre leads the squad planning for these fixtures.
Key names include Cedric Bakambu, Chancel Mbemba and Meschack Elia. The role count is 9 defenders, 9 midfielders and 5 attackers, which helps show where Congo DR have the most options. The squad notes stay tied to real matchup needs: defensive cover, midfield workload, attacking options and substitutes.
Congo DR open against Portugal on Jun 17, 2026 at Houston Stadium in Houston. The trip through Houston, Guadalajara and Atlanta makes travel and recovery part of preparation. The 26-player list is the squad base, with injuries, registration changes and matchday availability still worth checking. Fixtures, player profiles and FAQs use the same confirmed match details.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Team Profile
Congo DR's quick facts bring together Group K, Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England, the coach, FIFA ranking and host cities.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Opponent Analysis
Congo DR face Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England in Group K. By FIFA ranking, England look like the toughest test, but a three-match group still rewards consistency against every side.
Portugal
Portugal are the opening group opponent for Congo DR, with the match set for Jun 17, 2026 at Houston Stadium in Houston. FIFA rank #5 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Colombia
Colombia are the second group opponent for Congo DR, with the match set for Jun 24, 2026 at Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. FIFA rank #13 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan are the third group opponent for Congo DR, with the match set for Jun 27, 2026 at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta. FIFA rank #50 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
England
England are the third group opponent for Congo DR, with the match set for Jul 1, 2026 at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta. FIFA rank #4 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Head-to-head records will be added only when a reliable matchup source is available.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Venues and Host Cities
Congo DR's venue list covers Houston Stadium, Guadalajara Stadium and Atlanta Stadium, with host-city details for Houston, Guadalajara and Atlanta.
Houston Stadium
Congo DR play Portugal at Houston Stadium in Houston. Houston gives fans a warm-weather host city with strong transport links and a busy match list.
- Team match
- Match 23 vs Portugal
- Date
- Jun 17, 2026
- Tournament role
- 7 tournament matches
- Stages
- Group Stage, Round of 32 and Round of 16
- Location
- Houston, USA
Guadalajara Stadium
Congo DR play Colombia at Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. Guadalajara adds one of Mexico's great football cities to the group-stage rhythm.
- Team match
- Match 48 vs Colombia
- Date
- Jun 24, 2026
- Tournament role
- 4 tournament matches
- Stages
- Group Stage
- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
Atlanta Stadium
Congo DR play Uzbekistan and England at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta. Atlanta brings a fast indoor setting and a strong event-city feel to the tournament.
- Team match
- Match 72 vs Uzbekistan and Match 80 vs England
- Date
- Jun 27, 2026
Jul 1, 2026 - Tournament role
- 8 tournament matches
- Stages
- Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16 and Semi-final
- Location
- Atlanta, USA
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Qualification Path and Knockout Picture
Congo DR are in the confirmed 48-team World Cup 2026 field. Detailed qualification notes will be added once a reliable source is available.
Eight of the twelve third-place teams advance. The cross-group ranking decides this place.
- Group position
- #3
- Played
- 3
- Points
- 4
- Goal difference
- +1
Next fixture: No remaining group fixture. Last checked: September 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM UTC.
Congo DR World Cup History and FIFA World Cup 2026 Status
Ranking, history and 2026 status give the baseline before form, squad depth or knockout-path notes.
#46 - Up 2 from #48
Ranking update: Apr 1, 2026. Points: 1,478.35.
1 previous World Cup appearance
Appearance counts refer to FIFA World Cup final tournaments before 2026.
Qualified team in the 48 team field
Congo DR are listed in Group K for the 2026 tournament.
Group K
Three first-stage matches decide who reaches the Round of 32.
Verification needed
Best-finish and tournament record details are added only after a reliable source is available.
Sources: FIFA Men's World Ranking and FIFA team profile/history records.
Match Times in Your Timezone
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Congo DR World Cup 2026 TV Guide and Live Stream Info
Congo DR's fixtures are paired with major viewing markets, with final channel choices left open until listings appear.
FOX Sports / FS1
FOX Sports holds United States English-language rights. Final listings decide FOX or FS1 placement.
Telemundo / Peacock
Spanish-language coverage in the United States is carried by Telemundo platforms. Streaming availability and match allocation can vary by package.
CTV / TSN / RDS
TSN and CTV serve English viewers in Canada. RDS serves French-language coverage.
BBC / ITV
BBC and ITV share UK World Cup rights. Final schedules decide each match channel.
FIFA match centre / FIFA+
Official FIFA channels carry fixtures, highlights, replays and match information. Live streaming availability depends on your territory.
Congo DR match TV checklist
Broadcast sources: FIFA UK media-rights announcement; FIFA US/Canada rights announcement via MLSsoccer. Final local listings decide each channel.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Knockout Path
Congo DR's knockout path depends first on where they finish in Group K. Exact opponents and venues stay open until group results are official.
Congo DR vs England
Confirmed by FIFA: Jul 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT. Open match centre
Follow the live path
Confirmed teams and results appear on the knockout bracket as FIFA updates each official match slot.
July 19, 2026
The final closes the expanded 48 team tournament format.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Tickets and Matchday Information
Before making plans for Congo DR, match the ticket search to the fixture, host city and kickoff time. FIFA.com/tickets is the official starting point.
- 1
Start at FIFA.com/tickets
Check the official FIFA ticket portal first. The Last-Minute Sales Phase and official resale/exchange access are handled there, with tickets released subject to availability.
- 2
Use official resale only
If a match is sold out, look for the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace through the same portal. Avoid social media sellers and unofficial resale links.
- 3
Match your ticket to the fixture
Confirm the match number, opponent, host city, venue and kickoff time before buying. Knockout fixtures can depend on final group position.
- 4
Check travel and entry rules
A match ticket does not replace passport, visa or border-entry requirements for Canada, Mexico or the United States.
World Cup 2026 ticket price guide
| Ticket option | Price / status | What it means | Buyer note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard match tickets | Live price in FIFA portal | Sold by match, seat category and availability. | Check the current price at checkout before making travel plans. |
| Supporter Entry Tier | USD 60 | FIFA announced this tier for fans of qualified teams, subject to allocation rules and availability. | This is not the same as every public ticket category. |
| Official resale / exchange | Listing price varies | Available only when sellers list tickets through FIFA's official resale/exchange system. | Avoid unofficial resale links, social media sellers and screenshots. |
| Hospitality packages | Package pricing varies | Premium matchday access, seating and inclusions are sold separately from standard tickets. | Compare package terms, venue access and included services carefully. |
What to check before paying
- Match number and opponent
- Seat category and exact currency
- Service fees, taxes or delivery rules shown at checkout
- Refund, transfer and resale terms
- Travel cost to the host city and stadium
- Whether the match is group stage or knockout/TBD
Congo DR ticket match checklist
- Date
- Wed, Jun 17, 2026
- Kickoff
- 5:00 PM UTC
- Venue
- Houston Stadium, Houston
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
- Date
- Wed, Jun 24, 2026
- Kickoff
- 2:00 AM UTC
- Venue
- Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
- Date
- Sat, Jun 27, 2026
- Kickoff
- 11:30 PM UTC
- Venue
- Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
- Date
- Wed, Jul 1, 2026
- Kickoff
- 4:00 PM UTC
- Venue
- Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
Before you buy or travel
- Ticket availability is not guaranteed. Prices, categories, seat maps and purchase limits are shown inside the official FIFA portal.
- Follow FIFA mobile-ticket instructions when they are issued for your order, including transfer rules for guests.
- Check stadium bag policy, gate opening times, transport options and local weather close to matchday.
- For premium matchday access, use FIFA hospitality channels rather than third-party offers.
Official ticket source: FIFA.com/tickets. Keep the buying checklist beside the fixture details, then use the official portal when you are ready to check live availability and prices.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Betting Odds Status
No live odds are shown for Congo DR yet. Group winner, qualify-from-group and tournament markets will appear only after a reliable source is available.
Not listed yet
Group odds will depend on confirmed squads, form and bookmaker markets.
Awaiting reliable source
Qualify-from-group prices will be shown only after a reliable market source is available.
18+ only
Odds content is informational and should be used responsibly where betting is legal.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 FAQ
Short answers for squad status, fixtures, group opponents, venues, availability, tickets and TV planning.
What group are Congo DR in at World Cup 2026?
Congo DR are in Group K with Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England. The group table and standings are updated live after each official match result.
Who are Congo DR's World Cup 2026 opponents?
Congo DR face Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan and England in the group stage, with each match tied to its date, city, venue and opponent profile.
Where can I see Congo DR kickoff times?
Fixture cards and the schedule table show each kickoff. The timezone selector converts every listed time into your chosen country or exact timezone.
Has Congo DR announced a World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. The official Congo DR 26-player squad is fully confirmed for the tournament, with the list updated on 8 June 2026 to reflect the latest squad data.
Where does the Congo DR squad information come from?
Squad information comes directly from official team registration records and was updated on 8 June 2026 during the tournament.
Which Congo DR players are highlighted?
Highlighted players come from the current squad list. Their profiles show verified roles, caps and goals.
What does the Congo DR position map show?
The position map groups selected players by goalkeeper, defence, midfield and attack. It does not predict a lineup.
Does this list Congo DR injuries and match availability?
Yes. Availability notes cover injury issue, return date and match status when verified news exists. Blank fields mean no reliable update has been added.
Which venues host Congo DR in the group stage?
Congo DR are scheduled at Houston Stadium, Guadalajara Stadium and Atlanta Stadium, with city and stadium details beside each match.
Where are more Congo DR tournament details?
The group table, schedule, stadium, ticket and TV sections contain related tournament details.
Congo DR World Cup 2026 Update Notes
Checked on September 12, 2026 9:58 PM. Squad status, fixture details, kickoff times and completed match results are reviewed separately during the tournament.