The Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team, the Leopards, arrived in Harare, Zimbabwe, on Saturday, September 27, 2026, in preparation for their match against the Warriors. The team was welcomed at the airport and hotel by the Congolese diaspora in a festive atmosphere. The Leopards are set to face the Warriors on Monday in a match that will determine the leaders of Group E in the CAN 2027 qualifiers.
According to the Congolese Football Federation, the Leopards had a busy program on Sunday, including an official training session at 18h00 local time. The team is looking to build on their momentum after winning their first match against the Nzalang Nacional of Equatorial Guinea 2-0 on September 24. The Leopards currently top Group E with three points and a goal difference of +2.
The Warriors of Zimbabwe are second in the group with three points and a goal difference of +1, after beating Sierra Leone 3-2 in their first match. The match between the Leopards and the Warriors is expected to be a closely contested encounter, with both teams vying for the top spot in Group E. The Congolese team is confident of securing a positive result, having been well-received by the local Congolese community in Harare.
The Leopards' coach and players are focused on achieving a good result in Harare, which would put them in a strong position to qualify for the CAN 2027 tournament. The team's arrival in Harare was marked by a high level of enthusiasm and excitement among the local Congolese community, who turned out in large numbers to welcome the players.
In other matches in Group E, Equatorial Guinea will face Sierra Leone in a match between the two teams that lost their first matches. The CAN 2027 qualifiers are being closely watched by football fans across the continent, with many teams competing for a spot in the tournament. The Leopards' match against the Warriors is one of the most highly anticipated encounters in the qualifiers.
The Congolese Football Federation has expressed confidence in the team's ability to secure a positive result in Harare. The Leopards have a strong squad and a good record in international competitions, which makes them a formidable opponent for the Warriors. The match is expected to be a closely contested and entertaining encounter.
The Leopards' players and coach are aware of the challenges posed by the Warriors and are preparing for a tough match. The team's strategy will be to play a strong defensive game and capitalize on any scoring opportunities that arise. The Leopards are determined to make a good impression in Harare and secure a positive result.
Key points
- The Leopards are top of Group E with three points and a goal difference of +2.
- The Warriors of Zimbabwe are second in the group with three points and a goal difference of +1.
- The match between the Leopards and the Warriors will determine the leaders of Group E in the CAN 2027 qualifiers.
