Sébastian Desabre’s group has a clear collective identity but star striker Yoane Wissa will shoulder huge expectations

The Democratic Republic of Congo wrapped up a disrupted World Cup ​warm-up campaign with a 2-1 defeat ‌by Chile in a behind-closed-doors friendly in Orleans on Tuesday.

Ronaldo! Luis Díaz! Group K is LOADED. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse continue their dive into each World Cup group, this time featuring DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia and Portugal. Tune in daily for a new group as we speed toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off June 11th on FOX!

DR Congo's final World Cup warm-up game against Chile will take place behind closed doors amid concerns about the Ebola outbreak in the African nation.

Group K of the 2026 World Cup promises to be an absolute powder keg. With a fascinating clash of styles between Europe, South America, and Africa, the battle for a place in the round of 16 will deliver epic moments that no true football fan will want to miss.

Wissa has been named in Congo's World Cup squad as the primary attacking threat under coach Sebastien Desabre. Analysis: Wissa managed one goal across

Cut straight to the action with the latest highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Release date: 17 June 2026