The Democratic Republic of Congo (RDC) and Equatorial Guinea are scheduled to face each other on Thursday at the Martyrs Stadium in Kinshasa, marking the beginning of their CAN 2027 campaign. According to statistics from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), this match will be their fourth encounter. The two teams have a history of competition, with the RDC holding an advantage of two wins and one loss against Equatorial Guinea.
The RDC, led by coach Jean Florent Ibenge, has a notable record against Equatorial Guinea. Their last victory was on February 7, 2015, in the third-place match of the CAN, where they won 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw. The first match between the two teams took place on September 9, 2012, at the Martyrs Stadium, where the RDC won 4-0, with goals from Dieumerci Mbokani, Déo Kanda, and Djo Isama Mpeko.
Equatorial Guinea has had one victory against the RDC, which occurred on October 14, 2012, during the CAN 2013 qualifiers. They won 2-1, with goals from Ricardinho and Judson, while the RDC's Youssouf Mulumbu scored a late goal. This upcoming match will be the second time the RDC has hosted Equatorial Guinea at the Martyrs Stadium, and the first under the coaching of Sébastien Desabre.
The CAN 2027 tournament is scheduled to take place from June 19 to July 17, 2027, and will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The RDC and Equatorial Guinea are part of Group E, and this match marks the beginning of their campaign. The two teams will face off in a highly anticipated match, with the RDC looking to continue their dominance against Equatorial Guinea.
The match is expected to draw a large crowd, with fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see their teams in action. The Martyrs Stadium, located in the heart of Kinshasa, is one of the largest and most iconic stadiums in the region. The RDC team, also known as the Leopards, has a strong following, and their matches often draw large and enthusiastic crowds.
Coach Sébastien Desabre has been working to strengthen the RDC team, and this match against Equatorial Guinea will be an important test of their skills and strategy. The RDC team has a mix of experienced and young players, and they will be looking to make a strong impression in the CAN 2027 qualifiers.
The CAN 2027 qualifiers are expected to be highly competitive, with many top teams vying for a spot in the tournament. The RDC and Equatorial Guinea will face stiff competition from other teams in Group E, and this match will be an important step in their journey to qualify for the CAN 2027.
Key points
- The RDC and Equatorial Guinea have a history of competition, with the RDC holding an advantage of two wins and one loss.
- The match will be the second time the RDC has hosted Equatorial Guinea at the Martyrs Stadium, and the first under the coaching of Sébastien Desabre.
- The CAN 2027 tournament is scheduled to take place from June 19 to July 17, 2027, and will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
