The DR Congo national team is performing strongly in current international competitions, putting themselves in a promising position to qualify for two major tournaments. The Leopards are second in CAF World Cup qualifying Group A and are joint-top of their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying group for 2025.
World Cup Qualifying Standings
After ten matchdays, DR Congo have amassed 22 points from seven wins, one draw, and two losses. The team has scored 15 goals and conceded only six, claiming a healthy +9 goal difference. Only Senegal, the group leaders with 24 points, sit above them. Sudan follows in third with 13 points, ahead of Togo (8 points), Mauritania (7), and South Sudan (5). This comfortable position puts the Leopards in an excellent spot to target direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup, a prospect that is energising supporters.
Africa Cup of Nations Path
In AFCON 2025 qualifying Group 3, DR Congo have also made a impressive start. Across three matches, the team has recorded two wins and one draw, for a total of seven points. With five goals scored and just one conceded, they possess the best defence in the group. Senegal, with an identical record, shares the top spot. Benin is third with three points, while Botswana is at the bottom with none. This positive form contrasts with a recent run of friendly results, which included a 2-1 defeat to England on July 1st as part of their preparation.
Other Competitions and Context
The team also participated in the African Nations Championship (CHAN), a tournament for players based in domestic African leagues. With two wins and two losses in four matches, the Leopards finished with six points, behind Kenya (10 points) and Morocco (9). Meanwhile, qualifying for the 2027 AFCON has not yet begun. On the personnel front, the squad is managing without goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi Nzau and midfielder Stanis Idumbo Muzambo, who are currently sidelined. The complete list of available players is in our squad section.
The consistent progress of DR Congo under their technical staff is evident. The primary objective remains clear: to secure a ticket to the 2026 World Cup, which would be a historic qualification. The next official step will be the resumption of World Cup qualifiers, the schedule for which can be followed on our standings page. The federation is also working to consolidate the squad ahead of the decisive phase of AFCON qualification, scheduled for the coming months.
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