The Leopards of the DRC have qualified for the round of 16 of CAN 2023, and their next opponent will be the Pharaohs of Egypt. This qualification was validated after their draw against the Taifa Stars of Tanzania. Despite this parity score, the DRC finished in second place in the group stage, just behind Morocco.
The confrontations between the DRC and Egypt in the knockout phase of the CAN have always ended in a victory for the Pharaohs. However, some Congolese observers remain optimistic about the Leopards’ chances this year, given their level of play during this competition.
To better understand the performance of the Leopards since the start of CAN 2023, we invited several personalities from the world of Congolese football. Médard Lusadisu, national technical director of the Congolese Association Football Federation, will share his analysis. Bruno Bla, coach and sports analyst, will also provide his point of view. Finally, Alphonse Ngoy Kasandji, national deputy and sports operator, will give his insight as the owner of a Congolese football club.
The opinions of the guests will be valuable in evaluating the performance of the Leopards of the DRC and determining what chances they have against the Pharaohs of Egypt in the round of 16. The match promises to be exciting and the Congolese hope to finally reverse the trend and qualify for the rest of the competition.
To stay informed and not miss any sports news and performances of the Leopards of the DRC, do not hesitate to regularly consult our blog. We will keep you informed of the results, tactical developments and reactions from players and coaches. Stay tuned to experience the emotion of CAN 2023 alongside the Leopards of the DRC.