The Leopards of the Democratic Republic of Congo continue to shine on the African basketball scene. Monday, July 10, 2023, they validated their ticket for the quarter-finals of the 2ᵉ edition of the Afrocan, by winning their second consecutive victory against the Mambas of Mozambique.
In a match that took place on the last day of the group stage, the Leopards showed their determination and their good level of play. Despite a difficult start, they managed to take the advantage at half-time , with a score of 35-33.
In the second half, the Congolese players showed their excellence by scoring many points and widening the gap with their opponents. In the end, they took the victory with a score of 77-58, which allows them to directly access the quarter-finals of the competition.
This impressive performance confirms the champion status of the Leopards, who are determined to defend their title from the previous edition of the Afrocan, won in 2019 in Bamako, Mali.
Congolese supporters can be proud of their team, which has shown its mastery of the game and its ability to meet challenges. The quarter-finals promise to be exciting, and the Leopards are ready to give everything to continue their journey in the competition.
The path to the 2023 Afrocan basketball title is still long, but with their talent and determination, the Congolese beasts have all the qualities necessary to go all the way. They are a team to watch closely in the upcoming games.
In conclusion, the Leopards of the DRC shone in their match against the Mambas of Mozambique and qualified for the quarter-finals of the Afrocan. Their talent and determination make them a formidable team, and they are ready to take on any challenge to defend their title and win the competition