DR Congo vs Uzbekistan Live Score, Lineups & Commentary — World Cup 2026
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Group K reaches its conclusion at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, with DR Congo and Uzbekistan meeting in a winner-takes-hope finale. Colombia and Portugal have already pulled clear at the top of the group, leaving the Leopards and the White Wolves to fight it out for third spot and a shot at the Round of 32 via the best third-placed team route.
DR Congo head into the match on one point after a battling 1-1 draw with Portugal and a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia. A win here would push Sébastien Desabre's side to four points and significantly improve their goal difference — a result that could be enough to send the Leopards into the knockout stage for the first time in the nation's history, 52 years after their solitary appearance as Zaire in 1974.
Uzbekistan's World Cup debut has been a harsh introduction, with five goals conceded against Portugal and three against Colombia leaving Fabio Cannavaro's side bottom of Group K on zero points and a -7 goal difference. Only a heavy win, combined with help from the Colombia–Portugal result, would realistically keep their qualification hopes alive — but a maiden World Cup point remains very much within reach.
Why This Match Matters
This is effectively a straight knockout for third place in Group K. DR Congo's superior defensive record and Premier League-laced spine make them favorites on paper, while Uzbekistan will lean on talisman Abbosbek Fayzullaev to engineer a moment that keeps their dream alive.
Starting XI & Substitutes (Predicted)
🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Lionel Mpasi (GK)
- Aaron Wan-Bissaka
- Chancel Mbemba (C)
- Axel Tuanzebe
- Arthur Masuaku
- Ngal'ayel Mukau
- Samuel Moutoussamy
- Edo Kayembe
- Théo Bongonda
- Cédric Bakambu
- Yoane Wissa
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
- Utkir Yusupov (GK)
- Abdukodir Khusanov
- Abdulla Abdullaev
- Rustamjon Ashurmatov
- Behruzjon Karimov
- Akmal Mozgovoy
- Otabek Shukurov (C)
- Sherzod Nasrullaev
- Abbosbek Fayzullaev
- Oston Urunov
- Eldor Shomurodov
Lineups are predicted ahead of kick-off and will be updated with confirmed starting XIs once officially announced.
Match Timeline
- Pre Teams confirmed. DR Congo switch to an attacking 4-3-3, dropping a center-back for an extra forward option. Uzbekistan reshuffle after a heavy defeat to Portugal.
- Pre Kick-off approaches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. Both sides know only a win keeps their tournament alive in any meaningful sense.
- KO Match underway! Follow live updates below as goals, cards, and key moments are added in real time.
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Live Commentary
Match Stats & Group K Form
Season-to-Date Comparison
Stats reflect each side's group-stage performance ahead of kick-off and will update with live in-match figures once the action begins.
Head-to-Head Record
| Meetings | DR Congo Wins | Draws | Uzbekistan Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
DR Congo and Uzbekistan have never met before at any level, making Saturday's Group K finale a first-ever encounter between the two nations.
Match Prediction
CS Sports Prediction
DR Congo go into this match as clear favorites. Their disciplined back line has conceded only twice in two games against Portugal and Colombia, while Uzbekistan have shipped eight goals in the same span. With the attacking reshuffle bringing Wissa and Bakambu closer together up front, the Leopards look well placed to land their first-ever World Cup win and a probable route into the Round of 32.
Prediction is for informational purposes only and does not constitute betting advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does DR Congo vs Uzbekistan kick off?
The match kicks off at 7:30 PM ET (12:30 AM BST / 5:00 AM IST on June 28) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
Where can I watch DR Congo vs Uzbekistan live?
The match airs on Fox/FS1 (USA) and BBC (UK). You can also follow every kick live via the streaming link provided in the CTA button above on this page.
What does DR Congo need to reach the Round of 32?
A win takes DR Congo to four points and improves their goal difference, giving them a strong chance of progressing as one of the best third-placed teams across the group stage.
Can Uzbekistan still qualify?
It's a long shot. Sitting on zero points with a -7 goal difference, Uzbekistan would need a heavy win plus favorable results elsewhere in the third-place rankings.
Have DR Congo and Uzbekistan played each other before?
No — this is the first-ever meeting between the two nations at any level, competitive or friendly.
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