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•Jun 18, 2026 07:49 PM• 1063 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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