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DR Congo

DR Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo

FIFA Rank:#61Group:K
Team Summary

DR Congo is competing in Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under CAF confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.

DR Congo Match Schedule

Full Schedule•Qual Scenarios
Match 61•GROUP•Group K
ColombiaColombia
VS
DR CongoDR Congo
2026-06-12Local: 16:00 | UTC: 23:00
BC PlaceVancouver
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Match 64•GROUP•Group K
UzbekistanUzbekistan
VS
DR CongoDR Congo
2026-06-17Local: 21:00 | UTC: 02:00
Estadio BBVAMonterrey
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Match 66•GROUP•Group K
DR CongoDR Congo
VS
PortugalPortugal
2026-06-22Local: 21:00 | UTC: 02:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
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Tactical Profile & Squad Strength

Favors a compact 4-4-2 or 4-1-4-1 block, prioritizing physical challenges in midfield and releasing pacey wingers.

Strengths

  • Physical stamina and strength
  • Excellent defensive organization
  • Fast flank pace

Weaknesses

  • Lack of individual creators
  • Inconsistent possession play
  • Defending set-pieces

World Cup History

Previously qualified once as Zaire in 1974 in West Germany.

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Related World Cup Coverage

⚽Group K Table & Results⚽Group K Scenarios⚽DR Congo Next Match Info⚽DR Congo Route to Final⚽DR Congo Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch DR Congo Live⚽Preview: Group K Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group K Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group K Matchday 3 fixture.

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