The Leopards of the Democratic Republic of Congo are one step away from qualifying for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) following their 1-1 draw in the first leg of the last qualifying round. The Congolese team, double winners of this competition in 2009 and 2016, will once again face Sao of Chad for the return leg.
With a view to this crucial match scheduled for Saturday, December 28, Leopards striker Ibrahim Matobo expresses his determination. He stresses the importance of improving their performance to obtain qualification. “We managed to get a draw away, which is positive for us. It is essential to correct our past mistakes and aim for victory. We must deliver a solid performance at home to obtain qualification,” Ibrahim Matobo said confidently.
The African Nations Championship (CHAN) is a major competition reserved for players playing in the national championship. The 2024 edition will take place in February and will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The Leopards of the DRC are therefore keen to qualify for this prestigious competition and to represent their country with dignity.
The fervent anticipation of the supporters and the enthusiasm of the players testify to the importance and passion that football arouses in the DRC. The Leopards, flying the national colours high, embody the pride and unity of a people behind their team. Each match is an opportunity to celebrate sportsmanship, competition and surpassing oneself, universal values that bring fans together around this emblematic team.
As the date of the return match approaches, excitement is mounting and preparations are strengthening within the Congolese team. The Leopards are ready to give their all on the pitch, to fight with heart and determination to obtain the much-desired qualification. Their determination, talent and solidarity make them true ambassadors of Congolese football, carrying the hope and dreams of an entire nation.
The path to qualifying for CHAN 2024 is strewn with obstacles, but the Leopards are ready to overcome every challenge on their way. They embody the spirit of sport, the passion for the game and the unity of a nation behind its team. Their determination and commitment make them heroes for all supporters, who vibrate to the rhythm of the exploits of this team that proudly defends the colors of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
At the end of this sporting adventure, the Leopards hope to write a new glorious page in the history of Congolese football by qualifying for CHAN 2024. Their talent, hard work and team spirit are the keys to their success, and their motivation is stronger than ever to achieve their goal. A whole nation is behind them, ready to support them, applaud them and accompany them in this quest for glory and victory. May the Leopards of the DRC carry high the colors of their country and offer us a vibrant and exciting spectacle on the grounds of CHAN 2024!