AFCON 2015 – DR Congo Prepare for Decisive Tunisia Clash with Lighthearted Training
The Leopards of DR Congo, still unbeaten but winless in Group B, have their fate hanging in the balance ahead of their final group stage match against Tunisia this Monday. After drawing their first two games — 1-1 against Zambia and 0-0 against Cape Verde — Florent Ibenge’s men sit on 2 points and must now deliver a result to stay in the competition.
Ahead of this pivotal encounter in Bata, the mood in camp appears relaxed but focused. On Saturday, during a light training session attended by Africa Top Sports’ special correspondent Steven Lavon, players enjoyed a fun moment playing “the bull,” a classic rondo-style warm-up game. The playful drill was aimed at easing the pressure and boosting team spirit before the high-stakes showdown.
Match context:
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DR Congo must win to ensure qualification.
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A draw may suffice depending on the result of Cape Verde vs Zambia, but a loss will eliminate them.
Florent Ibenge will be counting on experienced players like Dieumerci Mbokani, Youssouf Mulumbu, and Chancel Mbemba to rise to the occasion as they face a technically sound Tunisian side.
Group B as it stands:
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Tunisia – 4 pts
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Cape Verde – 2 pts
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DR Congo – 2 pts
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Zambia – 1 pt
The battle for quarter-final spots in Group B is wide open — every point and goal will count.
