Stade des Martyrs: the DRC candidate for the organization of the Champions Trophy between PSG and Toulouse
While the Champions Trophy between Paris Saint-Germain and Toulouse is scheduled for January 2024, the possibility of an organization in Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is being studied. Indeed, the city has applied to host this major sporting event.
Initially scheduled for Thailand in August, the meeting had to be postponed due to logistical problems linked to the health of the daughter of King Rama from January 3, 2024 and began studying alternatives to organize the match. Several countries, including the DRC, have offered to host this prestigious meeting.
However, questions arise about the DRC’s logistical capabilities to host such an event. Other candidates, such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Morocco, are also in the running. The LFP also retains the option of organizing the match in France if no agreement is reached with the external candidates.
The DRC’s candidacy comes after the successful organization of the Francophonie Games in Kinshasa, which were praised by many observers. Although logistical constraints remain, particularly linked to the renovation of the Stade des Martyrs, which must comply with the standards of the Confederation of African Football, this does not seem to be a major obstacle to welcoming PSG.
In a complex international context, both politically and security-wise, the DRC seizes the opportunity to host a prestigious international sporting event to highlight its infrastructure and organizational capacity. If the DRC’s candidacy is successful, it would mark a new step forward for the country on the international sporting scene.
In conclusion, the DRC is positioning itself as a candidate to host the Champions Trophy between PSG and Toulouse in January 2024. Despite certain questions about its logistical capacities, the country shows its determination to organize this internationally renowned sporting event. To be continued to find out the final decision of the LFP and the destination chosen for this exceptional match.