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World Cup 2026 place through two gruelling qualifying rounds, DR Congo are understandably head over heels to be at the tournament in North America [Troy Taormina/Reuters] ## DR Congo look to write new history
World Cup Winners History-1777297914](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/INTERACTIVE-World-Cup-Winners-History-1777297914.png?quality=80) ## **Group K:** **Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia
history as the first to host three World Cups after welcoming the likes of Pele and Diego Maradona across two thrilling finals in 1970 and 1986. The stadium will host the [opening match](/sports/2025/12/5/fifa-world-cup-2026-draw-groups-teams-format-trump-peace-prize
history, is undecided about his future but remains influential. Defenders **Adam Webster**, 31, and **Joel Veltman**, 34, could also become free agents. Webster, sidelined with a serious ACL injury since July 2025, has spoken publicly
history. The 23rd edition, which will be played in an expanded 48-team tournament, begins its 104 matches with Mexico against South Africa on Tuesday. Argentina are the defending champions, having lifted the trophy
DR Congo ~ $750-$2,000 - Portugal vs Uzbekistan ~ $750-$2,000 - Colombia vs Portugal ~ 3,000-$12,000  Lionel Messi’s fan appeal extends far beyond his native Argentina
DR Congo home shirt. ](https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/1600/cpsprodpb/7c3f/live/51ac38a0-3718-11f1-8606-05fe34b06e1b.png)Image source, fecofadrc The Democratic Republic of Congo qualified for their first World Cup in 52 years by [beating Jamaica in their intercontinental play-off final,](/sport/football/articles/cn43qqy9z8xo) with
history when he takes charge of this game. I remember facing his Rangers side when I was at Celtic and he is such a smart guy and a really wily manager. I am covering this