Title: Administrative hazards deprive the DRC of several key players for their second friendly match against Angola
Introduction :
A few hours before their second friendly match against Angola, the national team of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces significant constraints. Indeed, the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFA) announced that goalkeeper Siadi Baggio, as well as attackers Kalala Mayele and Ben Malango Ngita, will not be able to participate in this meeting due to administrative problems. These absences are a hard blow for the team which will have to find alternative solutions to hope to win this match.
Details of the players’ absence:
According to FECOFA, Siadi Baggio, Fiston Mayele and Ben Malango were in possession of a territorial visa for Spain, the country where the friendly match will take place. However, due to administrative difficulties, the players were unable to make the trip with the rest of the squad and were forced to return to their respective clubs. This situation is all the more delicate as Siadi Baggio and Ben Malango were already facing a delay in arrival due to the same administrative problems.
The consequences for the national team:
The absence of these key players is a real blow for the Congolese national team. Siadi Baggio, as the starting goalkeeper of TP Mazembe, brings his experience and solidity in the cages. For his part, Kalala Mayele, player of Pyramids, and Ben Malango, also of TP Mazembe, are important offensive assets for the team thanks to their ability to score goals.
Without these players, the DRC coach will have to find alternative solutions to compose his team and try to win this friendly match. He will be able to count on other players present in the squad to replace Siadi Baggio, Kalala Mayele and Ben Malango, but their absence remains a major handicap.
Conclusion :
Administrative constraints deprived the DRC of several key players for its second friendly match against Angola. Siadi Baggio, Kalala Mayele and Ben Malango will not be able to participate in this match, which represents a major challenge for the Congolese national team. Despite these absences, the team will have to show solidarity and find alternative solutions to hope to obtain a victory. Football is sometimes marked by unforeseen events, and it is through these situations that the strength and creativity of the teams are revealed.