Congo DR
Uzbekistan
Resumen del equipo
Congo DR faced Colombia in their last World Cup match, where they were narrowly defeated 1-0. Despite dominating possession with 64% and creating nine shots on goal, they were unable to find the back of the net.
Match statistics (Colombia vs Congo DR):
Resumen del equipo
Uzbekistan's last outing in the World Cup ended in a heavy 5-0 defeat against Portugal. They struggled significantly, managing only two shots on goal and 34% possession throughout the match.
Match statistics (Portugal vs Uzbekistan):
Congo DR triumphed over Uzbekistan with a convincing 3-1 victory in their World Cup group stage clash, showcasing resilience and tactical prowess after an early setback.
Uzbekistan took the lead in the 10th minute through E. Shomurodov, who capitalized on a swift counterattack. However, the tide turned in the second half as Congo DR, buoyed by their home crowd, began to assert dominance, finishing the match with 58% possession and 19 total shots compared to Uzbekistan's 4.
The turning point came when Y. Wissa converted a penalty in the 68th minute, leveling the score and igniting a surge in confidence for the home side. F. Mayele followed up with a powerful strike just ten minutes later, putting Congo DR ahead. Wissa capped off a stellar performance by adding a third goal in stoppage time, sealing the win.
Despite a strong start, Uzbekistan struggled to maintain their early momentum, managing only one shot on target throughout the match. The defensive discipline of Congo DR, combined with their attacking flair, ultimately proved too much for the visitors, who also accumulated 16 fouls and received two yellow cards.
This victory not only boosts Congo DR's chances in the tournament but also highlights their ability to adapt and overcome adversity, setting a promising tone for their World Cup campaign.
Congo DR has shown a mixed form in their last two matches, with one draw against Portugal and a loss to Colombia, scoring a total of one goal while conceding two. Their recent performance indicates a struggle to find the back of the net consistently, averaging 0.5 goals per game over their last ten matches.
Uzbekistan, on the other hand, has had a challenging run, losing both of their last matches, including a heavy defeat against Portugal where they conceded five goals. They have averaged 0.5 goals per game in their last ten matches, with a concerning defensive record of eight goals conceded in their last two outings.
In their head-to-head encounter, Congo DR emerged victorious with a scoreline of 3-1 against Uzbekistan, showcasing their attacking prowess with an expected goals (xG) of 2.35 compared to Uzbekistan's 0.27. This indicates a significant disparity in offensive effectiveness. Additionally, Congo DR maintained 58% possession in that match, reflecting their control over the game.
Uzbekistan's defensive frailties were evident as they allowed 19 total shots, with only one shot on target from their side. The statistics suggest that Congo DR is likely to dominate possession and create more scoring opportunities, while Uzbekistan may struggle to contain their attacks.
L. Mpasi-Nzau
G
A. Wan-Bissaka
D
C. Mbemba
D
A. Tuanzebe
D
S. Kapuadi
D
A. Masuaku
D
N. Mukau
M
S. Moutoussamy
M
E. Kayembe
M
C. Bakambu
F
Y. Wissa
F
A. Nematov
G
A. Khusanov
D
A. Abdullaev
D
R. Ashurmatov
D
B. Karimov
M
O. Khamrobekov
M
O. Shukurov
M
S. Nasrullaev
M
A. Ganiev
F
A. Fayzullaev
F
E. Shomurodov
F
