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FECOFA launches a call for expressions of interest for the naming contract of LINAFOOT Ligue 1 in the DRC. This contract will allow a sponsor to join the competition in exchange for significant financial support. FECOFA aims to strengthen the financial stability of the championship and to promote the development of Congolese football. Sponsors will thus have the opportunity to strengthen their visibility and reputation by associating themselves with a major competition in the country.
The new season of the national football championship in the Democratic Republic of Congo promises to be thrilling with the new format announced by FECOFA. The teams will be split into two groups based in Kinshasa and Lubumbashi, creating exciting regional rivalries. The first 4 of each group will qualify for the playoff phase, while a Play down or Play out phase will determine the teams relegated to the lower division. Football fans can expect intense fixtures and fiery regional derbies. This season promises moments of joy, excitement and pride for all fans across the country. Don’t miss this captivating sporting adventure!
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UNAFCO, Union of Arbitrators of Congo, was officially launched in Kinshasa with the aim of strengthening the professionalism and safety of Congolese referees. With more than 15 members, including one woman, this structure aims to promote mutual aid between referees and improve the quality of refereeing in sports competitions. Thanks to the experience of its provincial president, Guylain Ingila, a former international referee, UNAFCO offers young referees the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their field. In addition, this initiative also supports parity in refereeing by encouraging the participation of women. Referees play a crucial role in sport by enforcing the rules and ensuring the fairness of competitions. UNAFCO thus contributes to promoting fair play and the integrity of Congolese sport.
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The peace football tournament in Masisi-Centre, in the province of North Kivu, has ended successfully. The Association Sportive Masisi team won the title for the fourth consecutive year by beating AS Bitobolo in the final. This competition, which promotes peaceful cohabitation and social cohesion, brought together a dozen teams from the region. The organizers and participants express their satisfaction and underline the importance of this event in deterring young people from joining armed groups. The tournament has strengthened ties between communities and demonstrates the leading role of sport in building a peaceful society.
In this blog post excerpt, we learn that TP Mazembe, V.Club, Dcmp and Saint Eloi Lupopo have been renewed as representatives of the Democratic Republic of Congo in CAF competitions. This decision was taken due to the premature termination of the Congolese football championship. Some welcome this decision, while others express their displeasure and think that a mini-tournament would have been more appropriate. This situation highlights the financial difficulties that Congolese football is facing. The selected clubs will therefore have to prepare themselves as well as possible to represent the DRC with dignity on the African scene. TP Mazembe and V.Club will aim to confirm their status as flagship clubs in Congolese football, while Dcmp and Saint Éloi Lupopo will seek to honor their qualification. The Congolese football community hopes that lasting solutions can be found to guarantee the development of football in the country.
A recent incident involving the players of AS Kabasha de Goma has sparked controversy in the world of women’s football in the Democratic Republic of Congo. During their participation in the Congo Women’s Football Cup in Lubumbashi, the players said they were threatened with being kicked out of their hotel and suffering from hunger. The president of TP Mazembe, Moïse Katumbi, reacted by releasing the funds for the plane tickets of the players to allow them to return home. However, the president of AS Kabasha disputed this claim, saying that the tickets had already been paid for by the airline. This case raises concerns about the conditions of stay and support for women’s football players in the DRC, and highlights the need for transparent and ethical management in the world of football. It is important to support and value women’s football to enable female players to thrive and break gender stereotypes. Measures must be taken to guarantee the rights and well-being of athletes and to fully develop the potential of women’s football in the DRC.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing to host the Games of La Francophonie from July 28 to August 6. Prime Minister Sama Lukonde recently visited the infrastructure sites that will host the competitions. He stressed the importance of meeting deadlines and working closely together to ensure the success of this major event. Work is on track and the city of Kinshasa is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors to celebrate the diversity and talent of French-speaking countries.
The first edition of the Fatshi Cup, a UNIFFAC football tournament reserved for under-20s, will begin on July 1 at the Martyrs stadium. Six Central African nations will compete in this competition: Chad, Gabon, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo. The opening match will oppose the U20 Leopards of the DRC to the U20 of Chad. This tournament aims to promote youth football and develop their talent. The matches will be open to the public, giving football fans the opportunity to discover the continent’s future stars. The Fatshi Cup is also an opportunity for participating countries to strengthen their ties and promote football in the region. Don’t miss this exciting competition and follow the news to stay informed of upcoming matches.
The Fatshi Cup tournament, reserved for players under 20, will be held on July 1, 2023 at the Martyrs stadium in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Organized by UNIFFAC, this event will bring together six nations from the Central African region. The Leopards U20 team will face the Chadian team in the opening match. In parallel, positive news marks the Congolese scene such as the surrenders of militiamen, the condemnation of a gold trafficker and the fight against corruption. However, the country also faces political and security challenges, which makes it all the more important to support this sporting competition and showcase the talented youth of the DRC.