DR Congo aims to rewrite World Cup history at 2026 tournament

DR Congo is making a comeback to the World Cup 52 years after a disastrous debut. The memory of the 1986 failure and the legendary Kinshasa tournament still looms over the nation’s football narrative.

This time, the side aims to achieve a historic breakthrough and add a new chapter to African football. The squad blends seasoned internationals with emerging talents, hoping to make an impactful entry in the 2026 competition.