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Wissa Stars as DR Congo Wins Historic World Cup Berth
28 Jun
Summary
- Yoane Wissa scored twice, securing DR Congo's first-ever World Cup knockout stage entry.
- DR Congo achieved a 3-1 comeback victory over Uzbekistan to advance.
- Wissa's performance boosts confidence for his potential starting role at Newcastle.

Yoane Wissa emerged as the star for the Democratic Republic of Congo, scoring two vital goals in their 3-1 comeback victory against Uzbekistan. This historic win marks the Leopards' first qualification for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage. Wissa's crucial performance, featuring a 68th-minute penalty equalizer and a late decisive strike, has drawn significant attention.
Following this achievement, Wissa is set to face England in the round of 32. His successful display on the world stage also offers a significant boost for Newcastle United, where he is vying for a starting forward position in the upcoming season. Wissa has now scored three goals at the current World Cup, including a previous goal against Portugal.