Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan: Yoane Wissa scores twice to set up DR Congo vs England in last 32 at World Cup
Yoane Wissa's brace propels DR Congo to a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan, securing a first World Cup win and a last‑32 clash with England.
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DR Congo defeated Uzbekistan 3-1 in a World Cup group match, with Yoane Wissa scoring twice to earn the team its first win at the tournament. Coverage from Reuters and the BBC highlights Wissa’s double and notes that the result sets up a last‑32 encounter with England.
The next scheduled fixture for DR Congo, according to the reports, is a knockout‑stage match against England.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the DR Congo‑Uzbekistan match?
DR Congo won 3-1.
Which player scored twice for DR Congo?
Yoane Wissa scored two goals.
What does the victory mean for DR Congo’s World Cup campaign?
It advances them to a last‑32 match against England.
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