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DR Congo clinch narrow victory over Benin in 2025 AFCON opener

DR Congo made a winning start to their Africa Cup of Nations campaign on Tuesday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Benin in Rabat, a result that lifted them to the top of Group D.

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Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa misses out on DR Congo's 2025 AFCON squad

Newcastle United have received an unexpected boost after Yoane Wissa was omitted from the DR Congo squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, which begins on 21 December.

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Thinasonke Mbuli relieved after draw with DRC in 1st leg WAFCON Qualifier

Banyana Banyana assistant coach Thinasonke Mbuli has expressed relief, having managed to secure an away goal, in their 1-1 draw with DR Congo in the first leg of the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Kinshasa on Wednesday night.

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World Cup qualifiers: Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire book spots in 2026 global showpiece

Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire confirmed their qualification for the 2026 World Cup in CAF qualifying action on Tuesday night, while Nigeria, Gabon and DR Congo will battle it out in the playoffs for a spot at the global showpiece.

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Real Betis striker Cedric Bakambu targets World Cup 2026 spot for DR Congo

Real Betis striker Cedric Bakambu remains hopeful that DR Congo can secure a spot at the FIFA World Cup 2026 despite trailing Senegal in the qualifiers.

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Newcastle United's Yoane Wissa set to miss crucial World Cup qualifiers

Newcastle United striker Yoane Wissa is set to miss up to five weeks of action after picking up an injury while on international duty with the DR Congo.

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