In the exciting world of Congolese football, the play-off phase of the national football championship, Ligue 1, is looming on the horizon. The Linafoot management committee recently unveiled the schedule for this long-awaited phase, which will pit the 8 best teams in the groups against each other.
The excitement of the supporters is palpable as this decisive stage kicks off on March 1st. The Joseph Kabila stadium in Kindu will be the scene of the first meeting between As Maniema Union and As Dauphin Noir. A confrontation which already promises an intense spectacle.
Among the most anticipated posters of these play-offs, the clash between V.Club and TP Mazembe on March 28 promises to be a highlight of the competition. Football fans prepare to experience strong emotions and unexpected twists and turns.
However, a notable absence in this calendar is that of the DCMP, dismissed following a reservation introduced by the OC Renaissance du Congo. A decision which allowed the Eagles of Congo to qualify for this crucial phase from their first participation, thus adding an additional touch of suspense to the competition.
At the same time, the 4 best ranked clubs during these play-offs will have the honor of representing the DRC during the interclubs of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), a prestigious opportunity for these teams and a guarantee of visibility at the continental scale.
The Congolese Ligue 1 is preparing to experience intense and thrilling moments, between historic rivalries and new challenges to take on. Football fans are eager to see which teams will manage to shine and win their ticket to African competitions. See you on March 1 for the kickoff of this phase of the play-offs which promises to be full of emotions and surprises.