Congo DR and Uzbekistan Set for Tight World Cup Contest

Congo DR often adopt a compact defensive shape when facing teams from Asia in qualifiers. Uzbekistan prefer to build from the back and look for quick transitions through midfield. Past meetings between African and Central Asian sides have tended to stay cagey. Both squads include defenders who excel at breaking up play rather than pushing forward. The expanded World Cup format may encourage early caution from groups like this one. Players from each side have experience in leagues where low blocks are common. That combination points to fewer clear chances overall.