FIFA World Cup clash features Indian-origin players on both sides

DR Congo’s Samuel Moutoussamy and Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa featured in the same World Cup match for opposing sides in Houston.

Ankita Baidya•Updated: Sep 8, 2026 02:58 AM• 1037 views

Samuel Moutoussamy and Diogo Costa appeared on opposing sides in Portugal’s 1-1 draw against DR Congo.

Credit: Twitter / @FCPorto and @S_Moutoussamy

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Ankita Baidya is a Europe-based journalist currently pursuing the Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Journalism. Her reporting and writing explore the intersections of society, politics, education and culture, with a particular interest in identity, youth and global affairs.

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