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·19 November 2025

RD Congo: Stephy Mavididi changes his mind and chooses the Leopards

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Stephy Mavididi

Perhaps it's the effect of a possible qualification for the 2026 World Cup? Stephy Mavididi has decided to represent DR Congo.


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DR Congo is on the verge of making history. After defeating Cameroon (1-0) and knocking out Nigeria (1-1, 4-3 on penalties), the Leopards are now just one step away from a historic World Cup qualification. Chancel Mbemba and his teammates still need to win the intercontinental play-off final next March to book their ticket.

While waiting for the play-off draw scheduled for November 20, the Leopards' journey seems to have made Stephy Mavididi reconsider his options. According to several local media outlets such as B-One Television and journalist Justin Kabumba, the Leicester player is now ready to play for DR Congo.

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