Rafael Leao came off the bench for Portugal in their 1-1 draw against DR Congo but failed to make an impact. Portugal took the lead early on through Joao Neves but DR Congo equalized just before half-time. The scoreline remained level until late in the second half when Leao replaced Pedro Neto in the 72nd minute. He had a chance to inspire his side to a late winner but was unable to make a difference.

Leao's performance was lackluster, and he struggled to make an impact against a defensive-minded DR Congo side. Despite showing flashes of his old self, he failed to do anything of note. His limited game time was cited as a factor, but he looked a far cry from the player who impressed AC Milan fans.

The result was a disappointment for Portugal, who were expected to win comfortably. Leao's performance will only add to concerns about his form and speculation about his future at AC Milan. The Rossoneri will be monitoring his situation closely, especially with links to a potential exit.

Leao's compatriot Ruben Amorim could try to convince him to stay, but for now, the focus is on Portugal's World Cup campaign. The team will need to regroup and refocus after a frustrating draw.