Cédric Bakambu hails Senegal after DR Congo defeat, keeps faith in World Cup hopes
Real Betis striker Cédric Bakambu praised Senegal’s strength and composure after DR Congo suffered a 3-2 defeat in the 2026...
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DR Congo face crucial test after Cameroon win intensifies play-off race
Cameroon’s vital victory over Mauritius has tightened the battle for qualification, leaving the Democratic Republic of Congo in a perilous...
FIFA hands Senegal official Abdoulaye Saydou Sow two-match ban after DR Congo clash
FIFA has suspended Senegalese football official Abdoulaye Saydou Sow for two matches and fined him $5,000 following incidents during the...
Africa’s giants in final push for 2026 World Cup spots: Egypt, Algeria and Ghana closing in
The battle for Africa’s remaining places at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its decisive chapter, with Egypt, Algeria,...
‘He has to prove himself’ – Deschamps challenges French-Congolese striker Jean-Philippe Mateta to earn France spot
France coach Didier Deschamps has challenged Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta to prove he deserves a permanent spot in Les...
Cedric Bakambu vows to lead DR Congo back to World Cup after 51 years
Veteran striker Cedric Bakambu says he remains confident that the Democratic Republic of Congo can end their decades-long wait for...
Senegal and DR Congo set for final battle in World Cup qualifying race
Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo enter the decisive stage of their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign locked in...
‘Simply fantastic’ – Bayern chief Eberl hails Belgian-Congolese coach Vincent Kompany’s stunning impact
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has hailed head coach Vincent Kompany for transforming the club’s fortunes, describing his impact...
Walid Sadi attends CAF General Assembly in Kinshasa
Algerian Football Federation president Walid Sadi has travelled to Kinshasa to attend the 47th Ordinary General Assembly of the Confederation...
FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi ahead of CAF General Assembly
FIFA President Gianni Infantino paid a courtesy call on the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, during...
DR Congo: Yoane Wissa’s injury blow delays return for club and country
Yoane Wissa’s much-anticipated comeback has been pushed back, with the Congolese international now ruled out until November 2025 following a...
Pamplemousses SC and AS Maniema clash in high-stakes CAF Confederation Cup decider
Pamplemousses SC host AS Maniema in Mauritius on Sunday in a decisive CAF Confederation Cup second-leg clash that will determine...
Pyramids fight to keep star striker Fiston Mayele amid Saudi interest
Egyptian club Pyramids has begun serious efforts to secure the future of their Congolese striker, Fiston Mayele, whose contract ends...
2026 WCQ: FIFA rejects DRC complaint over Sudan match despite acknowledging eligibility breach
FIFA has ruled the Democratic Republic of Congo’s protest against Sudan in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers inadmissible, ending a...
Congolese forward Yoane Wissa ruled out for Newcastle until after October international break
Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa will not make his long-awaited debut until after the October international break, with manager Eddie...
‘I’m really pleased’ – Crystal Palace boss on Jean-Philippe Mateta earning first France call-up
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner says he is ‘really pleased’ for Jean-Philippe Mateta after the striker received his first senior...
Didier Dechamps explains Jean-Philippe Mateta’s maiden France invite
France coach Didier Dechamps has explained his decision to include Jean-Philippe Mateta in his squad for the upcoming 2026 World...
DR Congo rooted forward Jean-Philippe Mateta earns debut France call up
Crystal Palace attacker Jean-Philippe Mateta has been handed his first call up to play for the France national team in...
French-Congolese Benoit Badiashile hails Chelsea’s resilience after hard-fought win over Benfica
Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile praised his team’s resilience after a hard-fought 1-0 Champions League victory over Benfica on Tuesday night....
DR Congo: Pressure mounts on Sébastien Desabre ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers
Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Sébastien Desabre faces mounting public criticism just days before two decisive 2026 World Cup...