In a thrilling Group K clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026DR Congo forward Yoane Warned etched his name into football history by scoring his nation’s first-ever goal at the tournament, leveling the score against Portugal at 1-1 just before halftime.
Match Update: Portugal 1-1 DR Congo (Half-Time)
According to the Al Jazeera live blog, Wissa rose unmarked at the far post to powerfully head home a cross from the right in the 45+5th minute. The goal came right at the end of the first half in Houston, capping a resilient performance from the Leopards against a Portugal side featuring Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Portugal took the lead earlier through João Neves.
- DR Congo showed strong defensive organization and countered effectively, with Wissa proving to be their main threat throughout the half.
The match is still ongoing—check live updates for the final result.
Who Is Yoane Wissa?
Yoane Warned (born 3 September 1996) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger for Premier League club Newcastle United and the DR Congo national team. Born in France (Épinay-sous-Sénart / Villeneuve-Saint-Georges area) to Congolese parents, he chose to represent the Democratic Republic of Congo internationally.
Key Career Highlights:
- Started his senior career at Châteauroux in France (2015).
- Rose to prominence with Brentford in the Premier League before a high-profile move to Newcastle United.
- As of mid-2026, he has made over 150 Premier League appearances and scored dozens of goals.
- For DR Congo (Les Léopards), he has earned around 37+ caps and double-digit goals, becoming a key leader. He played a major role in their qualification for the 2026 World Cup—their first appearance since 1974.
Wissa is known for his pace, aerial ability, clinical finishing, and work rate. His header against Portugal perfectly showcased his strengths at the far post.
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