DR Congo Stuns Ivory Coast in Abidjan: “We’re Still Alive” Says Mulumbu
AFCON 2015 Qualifiers – Group D Drama
DR Congo delivered one of the most thrilling matches of the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, stunning Ivory Coast 4-3 in Abidjan. It was a comeback statement for the Leopards, who had a rough start to the campaign but now find themselves firmly back in the race for qualification.
Captain Youssouf Mulumbu was full of pride after the match:
“It’s a benchmark match for us. Few teams can beat the Elephants in Abidjan. We succeeded in this bet. When they came back to level the score, honestly, we were scared. But the team showed mental strength to resist and strike back on the counter.”
Mulumbu emphasized the significance of the win not just in the standings, but also in changing perceptions about DR Congo’s chances:
“Before I left England, my teammates told me we wouldn’t qualify. This is our answer. We’re still alive. We have to respect African teams — there are no more small teams.”
Group D Standings After Matchday 4:
Cameroon – 10 points
Ivory Coast – 6 points
DR Congo – 6 points
Sierra Leone – 1 point
With two matches remaining, qualification remains wide open. DR Congo’s resilience and attacking flair, especially in hostile territory, has reinvigorated their campaign and warned future opponents not to underestimate them again.
