New Delhi, June 17 -- Yoane Wissa scripted his name into football history in Houston. The 29-year-old Newcastle United striker rose to head a stoppage-time equaliser for DR Congo against Portugal, giving the Leopards their first goal in World Cup history and his ninth for the country. It sparked wild celebrations among fans who had waited 52 years for this moment.

The goal arrived in the 45+5th minute. Arthur Masuaku delivered a dangerous cross from the right, and Wissa timed his run perfectly to glance the ball past the goalkeeper. Portugal had taken the lead earlier through Joao Neves, but Wissa's header ensured the teams went into half-time level at 1-1. For DR Congo, returning to the tournament for the first time since 1974, the mome...