DR Congo vs Uzbekistan

The victory moves DR Congo to 4 points in third place in the group, while Uzbekistan remain bottom with no points.

Uzbekistan took an early lead through Eldor Shomurodov in the 10th minute, but DR Congo staged a remarkable comeback to win 3-1. Although Nathan Mbuku's 17th-minute goal was disallowed by VAR for a foul, Yoane Wissa levelled from the penalty spot in the 68th minute, Fiston Mayele put Congo ahead in the 78th minute, and Wissa sealed the victory in the 90+1st minute. DR Congo dominated throughout, finishing with 58% possession, 19 shots and an xG of 2. 35, while Uzbekistan managed only 4 shots with an xG of 0. 27. With this result, DR Congo move to 4 points in third place in the group, while Uzbekistan remain pointless in fourth.

DR Congo staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta in the final matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, moving up to third place in the group with four points, while Uzbekistan were eliminated at the bottom with zero points. For more match highlights and full coverage, follow ScoreZ for complete reporting.