**The Leopards conquer the FIFA rankings: An overview of the performance and progression of the DRC national team**
Since its fabulous run at the previous CAN, the national football team of the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Leopards, has captivated the attention of football fans across the African continent. With impressive performances and a team full of talent, expectations were high for their placement in the recent FIFA rankings.
However, although the Leopards team retained their 12th place in Africa and 63rd place in the world, some voices were raised to point out stronger performances which could have potentially propelled them to the top of the rankings. Despite this, the team and its coach, Desabre, remain confident and determined to continue this positive momentum.
The upcoming challenges that the DRC will face in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Senegal and Togo appear to be ideal opportunities to advance the Leopards’ position in the FIFA rankings. With Senegal in 2nd place in Africa and Togo in 27th, the meetings promise to be exciting and decisive for the Congolese team.
The current African ranking highlights the competitiveness and high standard of football on the continent. Morocco, at the top of the ranking, continues to impress, closely followed by Senegal and Nigeria. The presence of the DRC among the leading African countries demonstrates not only the quality of its national team, but also the commitment and passion of Congolese supporters for football.
In short, the performance of the Leopards in the FIFA rankings underlines the potential and determination of the team to continue its rise in the world of football. With sustained efforts and solid team cohesion, the Leopards could well deliver pleasant surprises and mark their place among the best football nations in Africa and the world.