Arjun Menon
The two sides meet on June 27, 2026 at 19:30 in a World Cup group stage clash, with both nations carrying the weight of their previous results into this fixture. Congo DR fell 1-0 to Colombia, while Uzbekistan suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat to Portugal — meaning both teams are under pressure and likely to see tactical adjustments reflected in the starting elevens below.
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Congo DR Predicted Lineup (3-5-2)
Against Colombia, the Leopards operated in a back-three and relied on wide wing-backs to provide width. The same structure is expected here, with Mbemba, Tuanzebe, and Kapuadi forming the defensive block. Wan-Bissaka and Masuaku are set to push forward from the flanks, while Mukau, Moutoussamy, and Kayembe anchor the midfield. Bakambu and Wissa lead the attack.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Lionel Mpasi-Nzau |
| CB | Chancel Mbemba |
| CB | Axel Tuanzebe |
| CB | Steve Kapuadi |
| WB | Aaron Wan-Bissaka |
| WB | Arthur Masuaku |
| CM | Ngal’ayel Mukau |
| CM | Samuel Moutoussamy |
| CM | Edo Kayembe |
| ST | Cédric Bakambu |
| ST | Yoane Wissa |
Uzbekistan Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1)
Uzbekistan’s 5-0 loss to Portugal exposed significant gaps, and the coaching staff is expected to make changes. Several players who came off the bench against Portugal — Mozgovoy, Sayfiev, and Yusupov — appear likely to start. Khusanov and Ashurmatov retain their places in central defence alongside Karimov. Fayzullaev and Abdullaev provide creativity behind lone striker Shomurodov.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Dostonbek Khamdamov |
| CB | Akmal Mozgovoy |
| CB | Bekhruz Karimov |
| CB | R. Ashurmatov |
| MF | Utkir Yusupov |
| MF | Otabek Shukurov |
| MF | Farrux Sayfiev |
| MF | Abdulla Abdullaev |
| AM | A. Khusanov |
| AM | A. Fayzullayev |
| ST | Eldor Shomurodov |
Last Match: Congo DR
Congo DR faced Colombia on June 23, 2026 at 22:00 in the World Cup, losing 1-0. The Leopards made several substitutions as the game wore on — Mukau entered at half-time (46′), Bakambu was replaced at 57′, and Masuaku, Kayembe, and Pickel were rotated late. The defensive structure held up reasonably well given the margin of defeat, suggesting the back-three could remain intact.
Congo DR vs Colombia — Full Squad Used
- 1 — Lionel Mpasi-Nzau
- 2 — Aaron Wan-Bissaka
- 22 — Chancel Mbemba
- 4 — Axel Tuanzebe
- 3 — Steve Kapuadi
- 26 — Arthur Masuaku (sub off 72′)
- 6 — Ngal’ayel Mukau (sub off 46′)
- 8 — Samuel Moutoussamy (sub off 82′)
- 25 — Edo Kayembe (sub off 72′)
- 17 — Cédric Bakambu (sub off 57′)
- 20 — Yoane Wissa
Bench: Batubinsika, Mbuku (on 82′), Kibambe Cipenga, Bongonda, Kakuta, Joris Kayembe (on 72′), Elia, Sadiki (on 46′), Tshibola, Fayulu, Pickel (on 72′, off 90′), Mayele, Epolo Matthieu, Banza (on 57′), Kalulu.
Last Match: Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan met Portugal on June 23, 2026 at 13:00 in the World Cup and were beaten 5-0. Nematov scored an own goal at 60′. Multiple players were substituted at half-time, and the team showed little cohesion in their defensive shape. Expect a reshaped starting lineup with several bench players elevated.
Uzbekistan vs Portugal — Full Squad Used
- 12 — Abduvohid Nematov (own goal 60′)
- 2 — A. Khusanov
- 18 — Abdulla Abdullaev
- 5 — R. Ashurmatov
- 24 — Bekhruz Karimov
- 9 — Odiljon Khamrobekov (yellow card 14′, sub off 46′)
- 7 — Otabek Shukurov (sub off 90′)
- 13 — Sherzod Nasrullayev (sub off 46′)
- 19 — Azizjon Ganiev
- 22 — A. Fayzullayev (sub off 73′)
- 14 — Eldor Shomurodov
Bench: Yusupov (on 46′), Alidjanov (on 46′), Sayfiyev (on 46′), Mozgovoy (on 46′), Iskandarov, Jiyanov (on 90′), Urunov, Eshmuradov, Ergashev, Khamdamov, Amonov, Sergeev (on 73′), Esanov (on 90′), Ulmasaliev, O’rozov.
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