Buy DR Congo World Cup 2026 tickets on 1BoxOffice and compare verified Group K listings for DR Congo vs Portugal, DR Congo vs Colombia and DR Congo vs Uzbekistan before choosing your preferred venue, category and delivery option. The Leopards return to the senior global stage for the first time since the 1974 Zaire campaign, bringing a rare generation-defining moment for Congolese supporters across Kinshasa, Brussels, London, Paris and the wider diaspora.
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Sebastien Desabre took charge in 2022 and has rebuilt DR Congo around a disciplined defensive block, a senior spine led by Chancel Mbemba and a forward line with Cedric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa and Meschack Elia offering a direct counter-attacking threat. The qualification route was long and tense: DR Congo finished runners-up to Senegal in CAF Group B, then beat Cameroon and Nigeria in the CAF play-offs before a 1-0 extra-time win over Jamaica in Guadalajara on 31 March 2026 sent them into the World Cup 2026 finals. Axel Tuanzebe's near-post header ended a 52-year wait and confirmed DR Congo's second appearance at the tournament.
Below is the complete fixture list with venues, kick-off times and links to each match page. Every order placed with 1BoxOffice sits inside the marketplace's buyer-protection framework, with listing clarity, secure checkout and order tracking explained alongside the eight-step buying process further down.
DR Congo play three group-stage matches across two host countries, opening at NRG Stadium in Houston, then crossing the border to Guadalajara, then returning to the United States for a closing fixture in Atlanta. The Guadalajara venue is now a familiar setting for the Leopards after the inter-confederation play-off final, while the Atlanta closer gives DR Congo a dome setting for a match that could decide whether a Round of 32 route stays alive.
| Date | Match | Kick-off (local) | Venue | City | Match number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 June 2026 | Portugal vs DR Congo | 12:00 | NRG Stadium | Houston | Match 23 |
| 23 June 2026 | Colombia vs DR Congo | 20:00 | Estadio Akron | Guadalajara | Match 48 |
| 27 June 2026 | DR Congo vs Uzbekistan | 19:30 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta | Match 72 |
The Houston opener is a midday kick-off in NRG Stadium's air-conditioned bowl, a meaningful concession to a Texas June where outside temperatures climb above 35 degrees. The Guadalajara middle fixture is a late-evening assignment at altitude, and the Atlanta closer is a mid-evening dome match that often becomes the decisive game in a tight three-way Group K race for the runners-up spot behind Portugal.
Group K is shaped by one heavy favourite and three sides separated by narrow margins. Portugal seeded into Pot 1, Colombia into Pot 2, DR Congo via the intercontinental play-off route, and Uzbekistan as a Pot 4 debutant. The competitive question is whether DR Congo can take points off Colombia and Uzbekistan in a group where any non-Portugal side is realistically chasing second place.
Roberto Martinez's Portugal arrive as Group K's clear top seed, with Cristiano Ronaldo entering his sixth and final World Cup at 41, supported by Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Dias and the emerging generation of Joao Neves and Vitinha. Portugal won UEFA Group F unbeaten and lifted the Nations League in 2025, beating Spain on penalties in Munich. The Houston opener is the most-watched fixture of DR Congo's tournament, and Desabre's defensive blueprint will be tested by one of the deepest midfield rotations at the tournament. Portugal is widely backed for a quarter-final ceiling at minimum.
Nestor Lorenzo's Colombia are CONMEBOL's third-place finisher and 2024 Copa America runners-up to Argentina, with Bayern Munich winger Luis Diaz the marquee attacker and James Rodriguez still providing the creative reference point in the final third. Colombia combine pace on the left, experience through Davinson Sanchez and Yerry Mina, and a midfield capable of keeping possession for long spells. The Guadalajara fixture against DR Congo projects as the most evenly matched assignment of the group and is widely viewed as the swing fixture for second place behind Portugal.
Fabio Cannavaro's Uzbekistan are one of four debutants at this tournament, qualifying directly from the AFC route before appointing the Italian World Cup winner to lead the final preparation phase. Eldor Shomurodov remains the headline name, supported by a generation that has developed through strong Asian age-group tournament cycles. Uzbekistan have enough tactical maturity to make the Atlanta closer uncomfortable, and that match is the projected decider for any Round of 32 ambitions DR Congo carries into matchday three.
Three venues across two host countries mean DR Congo supporters need to plan for a border crossing inside the group window. The first and third assignments are in the United States, the middle assignment in Mexico, and US travel requires correct visa or ESTA documentation depending on the supporter's nationality.
DR Congo open their tournament at NRG Stadium, the home of NFL side the Houston Texans and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The retractable-roof venue holds approximately 72,220 for football and is fully climate-controlled, which matters at a noon June kick-off where outside temperatures push past 35 degrees. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the regional hub, with extensive direct flights from Europe and onward connections from Latin America and the Gulf. Matchday transport relies on the METRORail Red Line, which deposits supporters at Reliant Park station within a five-minute walk of the gates. Houston has a broad African diaspora and enough central hospitality districts for travelling Leopards supporters to gather before the opener, but buyers should follow confirmed supporter-club updates rather than relying on informal meet-up claims.
The matchday-two trip takes DR Congo back to Estadio Akron, the venue of the 31 March 2026 intercontinental play-off victory against Jamaica that confirmed qualification. Home of Liga MX side Chivas, the stadium holds approximately 49,000 in tournament configuration, sits 1,560 metres above sea level and features the distinctive grass-covered exterior berm. Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) connects to European hubs via Mexico City or Houston, and local matchday transport relies on Macrobus and ride-hailing rather than rail. Average June temperatures sit around 20 degrees overnight, the rainy season has begun, and the 20:00 local kick-off should land in mild conditions inside an open-air bowl that DR Congo players already know well.
The closing group fixture takes DR Congo to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of NFL side the Atlanta Falcons and MLS champions Atlanta United. The retractable-roof venue holds approximately 71,000 for football and is climate-controlled. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the busiest in the world by passenger traffic, with extensive European and Latin American connectivity, and the MARTA Red and Gold lines connect the airport directly to the GWCC/CNN Center stop, a five-minute walk from the stadium. Atlanta has an active African diaspora and a busy downtown events corridor around the stadium, giving travelling DR Congo supporters clear options for pre-match gathering without depending on a single named meet-up point. The 19:30 kick-off lands well inside Atlanta's evening commercial window.
World Cup 2026 tickets are sold in five tiers: a hospitality tier above four numbered categories. Category 1 sits in the prime central sections of the lower and main bowl with premium sightlines onto the halfway line. Category 2 runs along the sides toward the corner flags. Category 3 covers behind-goal lower bowl and side upper-bowl seating. Category 4 is the largest allocation, occupying upper-tier corner and behind-goal sections, and is the entry-level option. Category pricing varies match by match and is driven by venue, opponent, demand and resale dynamics; ranges below are indicative only and reflect DR Congo group-stage fixtures, with the Portugal opener carrying the highest premium because of Cristiano Ronaldo's draw.
| Category | Location | Typical features | Expected range for DR Congo group matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | Premium hospitality lounges with stadium access | Pre-match dining, host stadium tour, padded seating, premium bar, host transport included on selected packages | Approximately £1,800 to £6,500+ per person |
| Category 1 | Centre lower bowl, halfway line | Premium sightlines, closest to player tunnel and benches, padded seating in some sections | Approximately £450 to £1,600 |
| Category 2 | Side stands toward corners | Strong elevated views, lower-tier and main-tier mix, ideal for tactical viewing | Approximately £280 to £950 |
| Category 3 | Behind goals lower, upper-bowl sides | Atmospheric end stands, mid-elevation, excellent for fan-zone style support | Approximately £170 to £600 |
| Category 4 | Upper-tier corners and behind goals | Highest elevation, panoramic tactical view, the most affordable entry point | Approximately £100 to £380 |
Hospitality packages cover all three DR Congo group fixtures, with the Houston opener against Portugal carrying the heaviest premium because of the Cristiano Ronaldo draw. Buyers can expect premium seating, lounge access, food and beverage service, dedicated entry routes and higher service levels than standard categories, although exact inclusions vary by venue and listing. NRG Stadium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium have mature club-level infrastructure, while Estadio Akron offers a more compact hospitality footprint. Always check the listing notes before checkout, especially for lounge access timing, catering, collection requirements and whether the package is sold per person or as part of a suite allocation.
The path to a confirmed seat at a DR Congo group fixture runs through a clear sequence of decisions: pick the match, pick the category, lock the seat, then plan travel. The eight steps below mirror how 1BoxOffice processes a typical order from selection through to delivery.
Step1
Choose your fixture
Choose your fixture from the three DR Congo group matches above. The Houston opener against Portugal is the most expensive; the Guadalajara middle fixture against Colombia is the most evenly priced; the Atlanta closer against Uzbekistan is the most accessible price-wise but may carry knockout-round implications.
Step2
Review seating categories
Select your seating category from Hospitality through Category 4 using the venue-specific seating map on each match page. Pay attention to away-end alignment if you want to sit in the DR Congo supporter section rather than mixed seating.
Step3
Select ticket quantity
Confirm the number of tickets you need. Most categories support up to four seats per booking, and adjacent seating is guaranteed where listed in the same row of the seating map.
Step4
Check the total price
Add the seats to your order and review the total in your preferred currency. The cart converts on the fly between GBP, EUR, USD, AED and SAR and reflects current FX rates at checkout.
Step5
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Sign in or create an account using a valid email address and your full travel name. Use consistent order details so confirmation, support and delivery messages are easy to match to your booking.
Step6
Complete payment
Complete payment using a major credit or debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or supported alternative methods. All transactions are processed via PCI-compliant payment processors with 3D Secure authentication where required.
Step7
Review delivery details
Receive an order-confirmation email within minutes, followed by a payment receipt and a delivery-method confirmation. World Cup 2026 delivery is expected to be heavily mobile-led, but the exact delivery method, timing and any app requirements should always be checked on the listing before payment.
Step8
Track your order
Track delivery progress on the track order page using the order reference. Delivery and transfer instructions are shared through the order flow, and buyers should keep checking the track-order page as the fixture approaches.
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