Portugal and DR Congo Confirm Starting Eleven
Portugal have unveiled a strong starting line-up for their FIFA World Cup Group K encounter against DR Congo, with veteran captain Cristiano Ronaldo leading the attack alongside Pedro Neto.
Roberto Martínez has named Diogo Costa in goal, while João Cancelo and Nuno Mendes occupy the full-back positions. Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, João Neves and Vitinha will marshal the midfield, with Ronaldo spearheading the attack.
Portugal XI: Diogo Costa, Tomás Araújo, Renato Veiga, João Cancelo, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, João Neves, Vitinha, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pedro Neto.
DR Congo, meanwhile, will rely on experienced defenders Chancel Mbemba and Aaron Wan-Bissaka as they look to upset the European giants. Cedric Bakambu and Yoane Wissa are expected to provide the attacking threat for the Leopards.
DR Congo XI: Lionel Mpasi, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Steve Kapuadi, Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba, Arthur Masuaku, Ngal’ayel Mukau, Samuel Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe, Cedric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa.
The Group K clash marks the opening World Cup fixture for both nations as they begin their quest for a place in the knockout stages.
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