Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan: Yoane Wissa scores twice to set up DR Congo vs England in last 32 at World Cup
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Key Points:
- DR Congo reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time by coming from behind to beat Uzbekistan in their final group match.
- Uzbekistan took the lead early due to a defensive error by DR Congo, with Eldor Shomurodov scoring after a mix-up between defenders Axel Tuanzebe and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
- Despite Uzbekistan's strong first-half performance, DR Congo dominated the second half, earning a penalty converted by Yoane Wissa to equalize.
- Fiston Mayele gave DR Congo the lead with a close-range finish, and Wissa sealed the 3-1 win with a late goal.
- DR Congo finished third in Group K and will face England in the last 32 in Atlanta on Wednesday.
