CAN 2025 – DRC: Arthur Masuaku unavailable against Botswana | OneFootball

Arthur Masuaku unavailable against Botswana

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DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre will have to set up his starting eleven against Botswana for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations without Arthur Masuaku.

The Sunderland full-back picked up an injury during the clash with Senegal (1-1) and was seen limping out of the stadium after the match.

The French tactician broke the news in his pre-match press conference: “Arthur Masuaku underwent an MRI on Sunday. He has a sprain, which rules him out of the match against Botswana. The tests showed he suffered a minor ankle sprain. He will miss the game,” he revealed.

With 4 points on the board, DR Congo currently sit second in the group, trailing Senegal only on goal difference.