The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) secured their spot in the CAF World Cup qualifying play-off final with a narrow 1-0 victory over Cameroon on Thursday. The match was closely contested, with both teams creating opportunities but failing to convert them until late in the second half.
The decisive moment came from Chancel Mbemba, the experienced defender, who reacted swiftly inside the penalty area to score the only goal of the match. His timely strike proved crucial for the Leopards as they sought to secure their place in the next round.
Despite Cameroon’s efforts to find an equalizer in the dying minutes of the game, DR Congo maintained their composure and discipline, successfully defending their lead until the final whistle.
With this victory, DR Congo advances to face Nigeria in the final stage of the CAF play-offs. This upcoming fixture will determine which team progresses to the inter-confederation play-offs, where they will have the opportunity to compete for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
