As Portugal faces Colombia, DR Congo, and Uzbekistan in Group K, 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo aims for his first World Cup title in what may be his final tournament. A compelling chapter in his storied career.

Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov makes history as Uzbekistan's first Premier League star, named in their maiden World Cup squad under coach Fabio Cannavaro. The 22-year-old faces Colombia, Portugal, and DR Congo in Group K.

An escalating Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo prompts the US, Mexico, and Canada to impose travel restrictions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, casting doubt on the participation of DR Congo's national team.

DR Congo's football team refuses US demand to isolate for 21 days due to Ebola outbreak, risking travel to 2026 World Cup.

U.S. officials require DR Congo's World Cup team to isolate in a Belgium 'bubble' for 21 days before entering the U.S. due to Ebola outbreak, sparking logistical and competitive concerns.

DR Congo's national team must isolate for 21 days in Belgium or be barred from entering the US for the 2026 World Cup, due to an Ebola outbreak.

DR Congo cancels US training camp for World Cup after Ebola outbreak prompts travel ban. Team moves to Belgium.