Colombia and DR Congo Draw First Half in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Kathmandu. The first half between Colombia and Congo Democratic Republic in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group 'K' match has ended in a goalless draw.

In the match held at Estadio Guadalajara, Mexico, Colombia, controlling the ball from the beginning, attacked continuously but could not score. Although players like Luis Diaz and James Rodriguez created opportunities, the Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpassi and the defense showed strong performance.

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Colombia had five shots on target in the first 20 minutes, which is the most attempts by any team in the first 20 minutes of this World Cup. However, those attempts could not be converted into goals.

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The Democratic Republic of Congo also created some dangerous opportunities. Although Yoane Wissa and Cédric Bakambu tried to put pressure on the Colombian defense, they did not succeed.

Although Colombia appeared dominant in the game, Congo maintained defensive discipline and ended the first half in a goalless draw. 

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