Portugal vs. DR Congo odds, predictions: 2026 World Cup picks from proven soccer expert

The 2026 World Cup schedule will see Matchday 1 completed on Wednesday as the final eight teams take the pitch for the first time. Among the matches is Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal facing DR Congo in an early afternoon kickoff in Group K. The Portuguese are fifth in FIFA rankings as they seek their first World Cup championship. DR Congo is ranked 46th as they make their first World Cup appearance since 1974. Portugal are the -210 favorites to win the group, with Congo at +2000.

Kickoff is 1 p.m. ET from Houston Stadium. The latest Portugal vs. DR Congo odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list the Portuguese as -370 favorites (risk $370 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line, with Congo at +1000 and a draw at +470. The over/under for total goals is 2.5.

Before locking in any Portugal vs. Congo picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, you need to see what proven soccer expert Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+211.25) and Bundesliga (+100). He's also been red-hot in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL picks, returning nearly $1,000 in profit. Anyone following could have seen HUGE returns!

Now Green has turned his attention to DR Congo vs. Portugal in the 2026 World Cup, and revealed his best bets. 

One of Green's Portugal vs. DR Congo predictions: He is leaning Over on total goals (2.5). Portugal, alone, could hit the Over as they scored nine goals in their last competitive match.

Green has locked in another two best bets, including a player prop he says looks "interesting."

What are the best bets for Portugal vs. Congo? ... Join SportsLine now to see Martin Green's best bets for Congo vs. Portugal, all from the soccer expert who is on an 18-8 run on UCL picks!