DR Congo credits team effort for 2026 World Cup qualification
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- •DR Congo last appeared at a World Cup in 1974, when they played as Zaire.
- •Coach Sébastien Desabre publicly praised the professionalism and work ethic of the DR Congo squad after qualification.
- •Supporters in Kinshasa and other DR Congo cities held street celebrations following confirmation of World Cup qualification.
- •The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
- •FIFA’s expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams has increased Africa’s allocation to 10 places.
- •African football bodies have published a full list of the 10 teams that will represent the continent at the 2026 tournament.
- •Regional media in Africa have highlighted DR Congo’s qualification as one of the standout stories of the new World Cup line-up.
- •Global sports coverage has linked DR Congo’s return to the World Cup with a broader surge of interest in the 2026 tournament.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If DR Congo schedule high-level friendlies against top-ranked teams before 2026 The squad may gain valuable experience that improves their chances of advancing from the group stage.
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