Claude Leroy has finalized the list of 23 players who will represent the DR Congo in the upcoming CAN 2013. The French coach opted for a squad he has been familiar with for the past two years, as efforts to secure dual nationals did not materialize.
The squad includes key players like goalkeeper Robert Kidiaba, forwards Trésor Mputu, and Dieumerci Mbokani. Notable among the returnees is Lomana Lualua.
Complete Squad:
Goalkeepers:
- Robert Kidiaba Muteba
- Perfect Mandanda
- Landu Bakala
Defenders:
- Mpeko Issama
- Kiritsho Kasusula
- Landry Mulemo
- Mangulu Mbemba
- Larrys Mabiala
- Cédric Mongongu
- Gabriel Zakuani
Midfielders:
- Youssouf Mulumbu
- Cédric Makiadi
- Mankutima
- Kisombe
- Zola Matumona
- Dioko Kaluyituka
- Mukok Deo Kanda
- Trésor Mabi Mputu
Attackers:
- Lomana Lualua
- Manzia Budje
- Nzinga Luvumbu
- Mulota Kabangu
- Diba Yves
- Bezua Mbokani
DR Congo will be looking to make an impact in the tournament with this squad under Claude Leroy’s guidance.