Yoane Wissa

Analysis: Wissa scored the equalizer during Wednesday's draw, a heroic goal that split the points in the World Cup opener. Wissa could have had another goal, but was unable to put his shot on target. He's going to be a key part of the attack through the rest of the World Cup, with most of Congo's attacking moves flowing through him.

Jun 8, 2026

Offensive leader for Congo

Wissa has been named in Congo's World Cup squad as the primary attacking threat under coach Sebastien Desabre.

Analysis: Wissa managed one goal across 19 Premier League appearances including just four starts this season with Newcastle United, a frustrating campaign that saw him operate primarily as a bench option rather than a regular starter. His pace, directness and clinical finishing instinct remain his most dangerous attributes, and the freedom of international football could allow him to rediscover the form that made him such an exciting prospect in previous seasons. For Congo, Wissa is the focal point of the attack and is expected to form a dangerous partnership with Cedric Bakambu, with the two combining pace, physicality and experience to give opposing defenses a varied and unpredictable challenge. A fully motivated Wissa on the World Cup stage could be one of the more dangerous attacking weapons available to any team in the tournament.