In a fiery AfroCan Angola 2023 semi-final, DRC’s Basketball Leopards fell to Morocco’s Atlas Lions 69-76. Despite a fierce fight, the defending champions failed to turn the tide and make it to the final. Nevertheless, they will be able to try to save their honor in the classification match for third place. This loss highlights the importance of preparation and team spirit in sport. The Leopards can nevertheless be proud of their journey and their contribution to the development of basketball in the DRC.
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Congolese international Théo Bongonda leaves Cadiz FC to join Spartak Moscow during this summer transfer window. The talented player was recruited for the sum of 7 million euros. His remarkable performances at Cadiz FC allowed him to attract the attention of Russian recruiters. This transfer offers Bongonda a new adventure in a competitive championship and will allow him to make a name for himself at international level. Expectations are high, but with his talent and determination, Bongonda is ready to meet this new challenge successfully.
DRC’s Men’s Basketball Leopards suffered a loss to Morocco’s Atlas Lions in the AfroCan semi-final with a score of 69-76. fill the gap. They will now play for 3rd place. Despite this defeat, the Congolese team continues to grow and develop. The Leopards can be proud of their journey and will continue to proudly represent the DRC in future competitions.
The DRC Leopards lost in the semi-finals of AfroCan Angola 2023 to the Atlas Lions. Despite an intense and contested encounter, the Leopards made too many mistakes, which allowed the Atlas Lions to take the advantage from the start of the match. This defeat put an end to the Leopards’ hopes of winning the competition again. They will have to settle for the classification match for 3rd place to try to save their honor. This defeat will serve as a lesson to the team which will have to work on its shortcomings for the next competitions.
The President of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, has accepted the invitation of his Congolese counterpart, Félix Tshisekedi, to attend the inaugural ceremony of the 9th Games of La Francophonie which will be held in Kinshasa in July. This participation testifies to the excellent relations between the two countries and the importance of the event for the Francophonie. The Games of La Francophonie provide a platform to promote French culture, sport and language around the world, and are also an opportunity to strengthen ties between participating countries.
Congolese international player Théo Bongonda has officially joined Spartak Moscow in Russia. After having shone with Cadiz in the Spanish La Liga, he was bought for 7 million euros by the Russian club. The transfer marks an important step in his career and Congolese fans will closely follow his performance at his new club. Bongonda will have the opportunity to develop his skills and continue to shine the colors of the DR Congo on the international scene.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are ready to embark on the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Drawn in Group B, the Congolese team will have to face Senegal, Mauritania, Togo, Sudan and South Sudan. South. Although the opponents are affordable, the DRC will have to give their all to win first place and thus hope to qualify directly for the world tournament. After more than 45 years of waiting, qualification for the World Cup is a long-standing goal for the DRC, and the team is ready to do everything to achieve it. Coach Sébastien Desabre will play a crucial role in preparing and implementing an effective strategy. With a clear vision and unwavering determination, the DRC has every chance of realizing this long-awaited dream.
The transfer of Theo Bongonda, Congolese international player, to Spartak Moscow has been announced. For this transaction, the Russian club paid 7 million euros. At 27, Bongonda left Cadiz CF in La Liga to join a competitive Russian league and thus continued his progression as a player. Football fans and enthusiasts are eager to see him perform well in his new team. This transfer testifies to the recognition of his talent and confirms the potential of African players on the international scene.
The 2026 World Cup qualifiers are a moment of hope for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), who were drawn in Group B. Although Senegal are a formidable opponent, the other teams seem to reach of the Congolese. Qualification for the World Cup would be a major achievement for the country, which has been waiting for this for more than 45 years. Coach Sébastien Desabre will have to put in place a solid strategy and the team will have to show consistency to achieve this objective. The new format of the playoffs also offers a chance of qualification even by finishing second in the group. Congolese fans hope to finally see their national team shine on the international stage.
Congolese international player Théo Bongonda joined Spartak Moscow in Russia for a fee of 7 million euros. This transfer offers new prospects for the promising player, who will be able to continue to develop his skills in a competitive championship. Bongonda’s past performances are testament to his talent, and his move to Spartak Moscow could also open new doors for Congolese football. His success will serve as a model and encourage young Congolese players to pursue their dreams.