World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Desabre faces a selection headache with the "Leopards"

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·3 October 2025

World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Desabre faces a selection headache with the "Leopards"

Desabre's dilemma with the "Leopards"

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The head coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Sébastien Desabre, is facing a real puzzle ahead of the upcoming international break.

The reason? All of his forwards are currently enjoying a rich vein of form with their respective clubs.

Afimico Pululu, the standout performer for Jagiellonia Bialystok, has netted 7 goals and provided 2 assists so far in the 2025-2026 season.

Meanwhile, Cédric Bakambu has rediscovered his best form and has been decisive for his club, Real Betis, both in La Liga and the Europa League.

Samuel Essende has also made his mark with FC Augsburg, scoring 2 goals in 3 matches, while Fiston Mayele has netted 6 goals in 10 appearances for Egyptian side Pyramids.

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