DR Congo Beat Uzbekistan in Group K Thriller: Wissa Brace Decides Late Fireworks

What Happened in DR Congo vs Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan had the better start. As early as the 10th minute, Eldor Shomurodov scored to give the Central Asian side a surprise lead. That scoreline held until half-time, even though the statistics already hinted that things could soon turn around.

After the break, DR Congo increasingly took control and pushed for the equalizer. The pressure eventually paid off: Yoane Wissa leveled the score in the 68th minute, Fiston Mayele added another in the 78th minute, and Wissa capped things off in stoppage time (90+1') with his second goal. In the end, DR Congo secured a clear 3:1 win – a result that fittingly reflects how the second half played out.

Result and Key Facts at a Glance

- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026, Group K
- Date: June 27, 2026
- DR Congo vs Uzbekistan Result: 3:1
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Attendance: 68,239
- Referee: Felix Zwayer

Anyone searching for the DR Congo vs Uzbekistan result will find the full picture here: a match of two completely different halves, in which DR Congo ultimately proved the clearly superior side.

Goal Sequence in Detail

After Uzbekistan's early lead, more than an hour passed before DR Congo forced the equalizer. From there, everything happened quickly: two further goals came within ten minutes, before Wissa completed his brace in the closing stages.

Statistical Review: Clear Dominance in the Second Half

The match statistics confirm the impression given by the goal sequence. DR Congo dominated in almost every relevant category:

- Possession: DR Congo 57.6% – Uzbekistan 42.4%
- Shots: DR Congo 19 – Uzbekistan 3
- Shots on Target: DR Congo 4 – Uzbekistan 1
- Corners: DR Congo 2 – Uzbekistan 4
- Passes: DR Congo 485 – Uzbekistan 355
- Fouls: DR Congo 6 – Uzbekistan 16
- Yellow Cards: DR Congo 3 – Uzbekistan 2
- Offsides: DR Congo 3 – Uzbekistan 1
- Saves: DR Congo 1 – Uzbekistan 1

Particularly striking: although Uzbekistan actually led slightly in corners, DR Congo racked up almost six times as many shots. Uzbekistan, in turn, committed significantly more fouls than their opponents – 16 compared to just 6 – a sign of how much the team came under pressure in the second half and had to react defensively.

Lineups

DR Congo: Lionel Mpasi – Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba, Arthur Masuaku, Aaron Wan-Bissaka – Noah Sadiki, Samuel Moutoussamy, Brian Cipenga – Nathanaël Mbuku, Yoane Wissa, Cédric Bakambu

Uzbekistan: Abduvohid Nematov – Abdukodir Khusanov, Jakhongir Urozov, Rustam Ashurmatov, Otabek Shukurov – Akmal Mozgovoy, Sherzod Nasrullaev, Khojiakbar Alijonov – Eldor Shomurodov, Abbosbek Fayzullaev, Dostonbek Khamdamov

Match Analysis: How DR Congo Turned the Game Around

The early setback caused by Shomurodov could have weighed heavily on DR Congo. Instead, the team showed patience and steadily built up their share of possession over the course of the first half. With 485 passes completed compared to Uzbekistan's 355, DR Congo dictated the tempo and increasingly forced their opponents into a passive role.

The turnaround after the break therefore came as little surprise – it was more the logical consequence of DR Congo's superior play. Yoane Wissa, already regarded as one of the tournament's most dangerous attackers on DR Congo's side, confirmed his form with two goals and played a decisive role in the shift in momentum. Fiston Mayele's goal in the 78th minute then put the result beyond doubt.

Uzbekistan increasingly lost their grip on the game after their early lead. With only three shots in total, the team struggled to develop any dangerous attacks. The high foul count of 16 also suggests that tactical fouling was increasingly used in the closing stages to disrupt DR Congo's rhythm – ultimately without success.

Significance for Group K

With this win, DR Congo underline their ambitions in the group stage. The clear 3:1 victory over Uzbekistan not only brings three crucial points but also a positive goal difference that could prove decisive as the tournament progresses. For Uzbekistan, the defeat is a setback, after their early lead had initially raised hopes of an upset.

FAQ on the DR Congo vs Uzbekistan Match

How did the match between DR Congo and Uzbekistan end?
DR Congo won 3:1 against Uzbekistan.

Who scored for DR Congo?
Yoane Wissa scored a brace (68' and 90+1'), while Fiston Mayele scored in the 78th minute.

Who scored the goal for Uzbekistan?
Eldor Shomurodov put Uzbekistan ahead in the 10th minute.

Where was the match played?
The match was played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in front of 68,239 spectators.

Who was the referee?
The match was officiated by referee Felix Zwayer.

Which World Cup 2026 group did both teams play in?
The match took place as part of Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026.