DR Congo and Uzbekistan will meet in their final group stage match at the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta on Sunday. DR Congo need a victory to advance to the knockout phase after mixed results in their opening games.
DR Congo enter the contest knowing a win would secure progression. They drew their first match against Portugal and lost to Colombia. Uzbekistan, making their World Cup debut under coach Fabio Cannavaro, have lost both prior fixtures.
The DR Congo starting lineup includes Lionel Mpasi in goal, defenders Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Axel Tuanzebe, and forwards Cedric Bakambu and Yoane Wissa. Uzbekistan name Abduvohid Nematov in goal and field Eldor Shomurodov up front.
Kick-off is scheduled for 00:30 BST. UK viewers can watch live on BBC One or via the BBC iPlayer service.
Several statistical notes surround the fixture. DR Congo have yet to score in the tournament, while Uzbekistan aim to reach the knockout stage in their first appearance.
