India, June 18 -- Cristiano Ronaldo was disappointing during Portugal's frustrating 1-1 draw in their FIFA World Cup opener against Group K opponents DR Congo, in Houston. This was DR Congo's second World Cup appearance, their last coming in 1974, when it was known as Zaire. This was also DR Congo's first-ever World Cup goal, making it a historic moment for their fans.

Ronaldo, who started for Portugal, was in poor form throughout the game. Currently 41, he failed to outfox opponents physically and couldn't convert his chances.

Although he wasn't substituted, he had only five touches in the opposition box and made only one pass into the DR Congo penalty area. Out of his 21 passes, 19 were accurate, and he also had three shots, but none ...