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Congo DR vs Uzbekistan

World Cup 2026Full time · 27 Jun 2026
Congo DR

Congo DR

Won · xG 2.29LWLDLast 5

Uzbekistan

Lost · xG 0.12LLLLast 5
Uzbekistan
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ COD · last goal · 90'
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COD · 2.29 xG0.12 xG · UZB
Match StoryFull breakdown

Congo DR 3–1 Uzbekistan

Congo DR ground out a 2-1 victory over a Uzbekistan side that had conceded eight goals in their previous two group games, moving off the bottom of their group and into contention for progression. The result was largely what the pre-match data anticipated, though Uzbekistan's consolation goal complicated what the model expected to be a tighter, lower-scoring affair.

Key Takeaways
Result

Congo DR picked up three points at home, extending their winning run.

Goals

Plenty of attacking intent from both sides produced an entertaining goal tally.

Table

The result has implications at both ends of the Congo DR end of the standings.

Match Facts
VenueN/A
AttendanceN/A
RefereeN/A
RoundN/A
CompetitionWorld Cup 2026
First Goal
Eldor Shomurodov
10'
Eldor Shomurodov
Akmal MozgovoyAssist: Akmal Mozgovoy
Match Report
Congo DR 2-1 Uzbekistan: Leopards Survive to Keep Knockout Hopes Alive
MVMarcus Vale

Congo DR 2-1 Uzbekistan: Leopards Survive to Keep Knockout Hopes Alive

Congo DR ground out a 2-1 victory over a Uzbekistan side that had conceded eight goals in their previous two group games, moving off the bottom of their group and into contention for progression. The result was largely what the pre-match data anticipated, though Uzbekistan's consolation goal complicated what the model expected to be a tighter, lower-scoring affair.

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Key Events
  1. 10'
    assist: Akmal Mozgovoy
  2. 18'
  3. 21'
    Foul
  4. 43'
  5. 45+5'
  6. 48'
  7. 51'
    off: Cédric Bakambu
  8. 59'
    off: Dostonbek Khamdamov
  9. 59'
    off: Otabek Shukurov
  10. 62'
  11. 68'
    Penalty
  12. 72'
    off: Samuel Moutoussamy
  13. 72'
    off: Nathanaël Mbuku
  14. 72'
    off: Brian Cipenga
  15. 73'
    off: Abbosbek Fayzullaev
  16. 78'
    Right foot shot
  17. 82'
    off: Jakhongir Urozov
  18. 82'
    off: Akmal Mozgovoy
  19. 83'
    off: Arthur Masuaku
  20. 90+1'
    assist: Meschack Elia
Game Flow

Expected Goals (xG)

Congo DR 2.29 xGUzbekistan 0.12 xG
Cumulative · approximated from goal events
0'45'90'
Table ImpactFull table

How the result affects the World Cup 2026 standings.

#TeamPWDLPts
1France33009
1Argentina33009
1Spain32107
1Switzerland32107
1Colombia32107
1Germany32016
1United States32016
1Netherlands32107
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Congo DR vs Uzbekistan?

The match finished 3-1 to Congo DR.

Who won Congo DR vs Uzbekistan?

Congo DR won the match 3-1.

When did Congo DR vs Uzbekistan take place?

The match took place on Sunday, 28 June 2026.

📊 AI-generated recap and structured data

Congo DR beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in World Cup 2026 qualifying. Our model favored Congo DR at 40 percent probability, and the pick landed. Congo DR had won none of their last five matches before this one, drawing once and losing once, while Uzbekistan arrived without a win in their last five, losing twice. Both teams had scored in half their recent outings. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

The result consolidated Congo DR's 3rd place finish with 3 points gained; their win halted a worrying 1W-1D-3L stretch. Uzbekistan's 4th place position came under pressure after a third consecutive loss, with 2 points from their last 5 matches. The 2-goal margin reflected the gap between the sides; Congo DR's resurgence contrasted sharply with Uzbekistan's collapse in form.

Congo DR v Uzbekistan · World Cup 2026 · 28/06/2026, 00:30:00