The Leopards of the DRC were defeated last Tuesday in an international friendly match against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa. In this meeting which took place in Johannesburg, the South Africans won with a score of 1-0 thanks to a goal scored by Lyle Brent Forest in the 25th minute.
Despite Congolese domination in the second half, the score remained unchanged until the referee’s final whistle. This match was about the preparation of the two teams for the final phase of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place next January in Ivory Coast.
The DRC, which finished at the top of Group I of the qualifiers with 12 points, and South Africa, which had dominated Group K with 7 points, sought to refine their preparation for this major competition in African football. Unfortunately, the Leopards failed to find the net and had to lose against a strong Bafana Bafana.
However, this defeat in a friendly match does not call into question the DRC’s ambitions for CAN 2023. The Congolese team has talented and experienced players, and it will have to work on its shortcomings in order to arrive in top shape for the competition. continental.
This friendly match was also an opportunity to see new players in action and to test different game strategies. This is an important step in building the team and establishing an effective tactical plan.
In conclusion, the defeat of the Leopards of the DRC against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in a friendly match constitutes a disappointment, but does not call into question the ambitions of the team for the next African Cup of Nations. Players will need to work on their weak points and continue to prepare in order to reach their best shape for the competition.