DR Congo's Yoane Wissa Scores Historic Goal Against Portugal After Acid Attack Survival
Summary
Yoane Wissa scored DR Congo's historic first World Cup goal against Portugal after surviving a 2021 acid attack that nearly cost him his sight.
Key Points
- Yoane Wissa scored the first-ever World Cup goal for DR Congo in a group stage match against Portugal.
- Wissa survived a severe acid attack in 2021 that left him with chemical burns to his eyes and required emergency surgery.
- After six months of recovery, Wissa resumed his professional football career and recently scored in the World Cup again.
- Wissa detailed the lifelong psychological trauma from the attack, including sleep issues and social isolation, but continues to persevere.
