The Democratic Republic of Congo produced a thrilling second-half comeback to beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in their final Group K match at Atlanta Stadium.
Striker Eldor Shomurodov gave Uzbekistan the lead in the 10th minute with a beautiful overhead kick.
DR Congo almost equalised but had a VAR decision ruled out for a foul. DR Congo put up a strong fight in the second half, scoring three goals in the process, with striker Yoane Wissa scoring a penalty in the 68th minute, Fiston Mayele adding a second in the 78th minute and Wissa scoring the winner in the 90th+1 minute.
The win saw DR Congo advance to the round of 32 for the first time in 52 years, where they will face England in the next round. Uzbekistan were eliminated.
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