The French tactician leading the Leopards comes into this duel optimistic to bring down another continental powerhouse following that hard fought win over Cameroon in midweek.
DR Congo under the guidance of experienced Sebastian Desabre confront Nigeria in the CAF FIFA World Cup playoff final this Sunday at Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat.
From racing with Senegal during the group-stages, the Leopards will hope to captilize on this extended pathway days after that bold statement put out against Cameroon.
A formidable side now flaunting signs of progress on the continental scene, this has been made possible by their master mind on the touchline Desabre.
The integration of faces plying their trade in Europe who decided to switch allegiance and follow their roots has created balance in the Central Africans roster.
First team players like West United’s Aaron Wan Bissaka, and former Manchester United defender Alex Tuanzebe underline the recruitment efforts initiated by Desabre.
The duo that arrived in past months has forged a rock-solid partnership at the back marshalled by ever the present captain Cancel Mbemba, one of the best attributes possed by the Congolese.
Absent from the World Cup since 1974, Desabre and his troops look determined to challenge Nigeria, enroute to the global tournament that will be hosted next year by Canada, Mexico and USA.
Incase of triumph, Congo will play in the intercontinental play-offs. The mini-tournament will be held from 21-23 March, 2026 in Guadalajara and Monterrey, with six nations in the knock out round and only two places up for grabs.
