Portugal eye fast start against DRC in bid for elusive World Cup glory (opens original article in a new tab)

Portugal starts their World Cup campaign against DRC in Houston, aiming for their first title, while DRC makes their first appearance in 52 years after a disrupted preparation.

• Portugal faces DRC in World Cup Group K match in Houston.
• Portugal aims to win their first World Cup with Cristiano Ronaldo, having previously reached third place in 1966.
• DRC, making their first World Cup appearance in 52 years, had a disrupted build-up due to Ebola outbreak.