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Congo rallies to a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan to seal place in the World Cup knockouts
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk James Robson, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Congo's win came after a 52-year absence from the World Cup, making this a notable moment in the country's soccer history.
A significant upset occurred in the World Cup, with Congo advancing to the knockout stage. This achievement marks the African nation's first time reaching this stage in the tournament. Congo's win came after a 52-year absence from the World Cup, making this a notable moment in the country's soccer history.
The team secured their spot with a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan. Further details about the match, including the performance of individual players, can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, the local news source covering this international soccer event.
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Category: local Published: June 28, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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