DR Congo Unveils 26-Man Squad for 2026 World Cup Return
The Democratic Republic of Congo coach Sebastien Desabre has named a 26-man roster as the Leopards make their first World Cup appearance since 1974. Their last campaign saw heavy losses in West Germany, including a 9-0 defeat to Yugoslavia. Drawn in Group K alongside Portugal, Colombia and Uzbekistan, DR Congo aim to advance beyond the opening stage. Desabre stressed that experience is crucial: “The squad has picked itself because we’ve all been together now for some four years. The World Cup is no forum for experimenting.” Key selections include goalkeeper Matthieu Epolo, defenders Chancel Mbemba and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, midfielders Theo Bongonda and Edo Kayembe, plus forwards Cedric Bakambu and Fiston Mayele. The Leopards plan to play at their highest level with hopes of reaching the knockout rounds.
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