Rafael Hamidi, the discreet mastermind of the DR Congo staffExclusiveA decisive role in the Leopards' achievementRafael Hamidi, the discreet mastermind of the DR Congo staffIn the shadow of Sébastien Desabre, one man plays a crucial role in the revival...Add to your bookmarks
Congolese sports minister tells Ronaldo he will be crying at 2026 World CupThe Democratic Republic of the Congo’s sports minister has issued a pointed message to Cristiano Ronaldo after the country ended an absence of about 52 years from the World Cup...Add to your bookmarks
Sébastien Desabre: the new "White Wizard" of the LeopardsExclusiveCareer, achievements and the vision of an open-minded and methodical head coachSébastien Desabre: the new "White Wizard" of the LeopardsBehind the spectacular resurgence of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national...Add to your bookmarks
Kinshasa joy delays club returns for DR Congo World Cup heroesDR Congo’s World Cup heroes returned to their clubs late after a rapturous reception in Kinshasa, with President Félix Tshisekedi honouring a first qualification since 1974 on Sunday. Among them...Add to your bookmarks
DR Congo celebrated in Kinshasa after World Cup qualificationAccording to L'Équipe, DR Congo paraded through Kinshasa on Sunday after clinching a first World Cup since 1974.The Leopards sealed qualification only days earlier, beating Jamaica 1-0 after extra time...Add to your bookmarks
Castellón concerned as Cipenga could miss Granada tie amid DR Congo festivitiesCastellón face fresh uncertainty over Brian Cipenga, who could also miss Monday’s match against Granada CF at 19.00 at SkyFi Castalia as DR Congo’s World Cup celebrations hold up returns.According...Add to your bookmarks
Chancel Mbemba remains in DR Congo for ceremony, Lille expected him back ThursdayChancel Mbemba has yet to return to Lille after DR Congo clinched World Cup qualification on Tuesday night. According to L'Équipe, he has been kept back for a ceremony under...Add to your bookmarks
👀 Why Lumumba wasn't allowed at the World Cup finalWhat an incredible story of pure passion! Do you still remember Lumumba? The iconic fan of the Democratic Republic of Congo was already there at the Africa Cup of Nations...Add to your bookmarks
Italy, Denmark, Nigeria among notable absentees from 2026 World CupItaly fell to Bosnia on penalties on Tuesday, 1-1 after extra time and 1-4 in the shootout, so will miss 2026. L'Équipe notes that, even with 48 teams, other regulars...Add to your bookmarks
📹 Look at his moves! BR-26 gringo celebrates his country's World Cup spotThe Democratic Republic of the Congo’s historic qualification for this year’s World Cup was cause for major celebration in Chapecó, in western Santa Catarina.But... how so?A new signing for Chapecoense...Add to your bookmarks