South Sudan are preparing to face DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup qualifier. As the minnows of Group B, South Sudan know they are in a position to challenge. However, the national team are ambitious and determined to pose problems for the competition favourites.
Italy coach Stefano Cusin is enthusiastic about the opportunity to face top teams. He is convinced that these meetings will allow his team to progress and develop. Cusin has chosen to appeal to players playing in the local championship, combining professionals and semi-professionals who juggle between football, paid employment and studies.
Football in South Sudan is showing signs of progress, including the participation of youth teams in continental competitions. The Under-20s reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, while the Under-17s also qualified before being kicked out of the tournament over player age issues.
Despite their position as outsiders, the national team of South Sudan hopes to surprise and offer a good opposition to their opponents. They are also counting on the construction of a new stadium in Juba, which they hope to be able to use to welcome their competitors.
In conclusion, South Sudan are actively preparing for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Despite their position as challengers, they are determined to give the competition favorites a hard time