Congo DR at World Cup 2026
DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup
DR Congo qualified by winning the inter-confederation play-off Path 1 on 31 March 2026, edging past Jamaica in a decisive qualifier. Desabre's setup prioritises defensive organisation and quick transitions, a tactical blueprint built to compete in a competitive group.
DR Congo in Goal Rush
At £4m within the game's £200m card budget, DR Congo are one of the lower-tier team picks. Group K features Portugal as clear favourites, but Colombia and Uzbekistan present competitive matchups. It's a challenging draw that reflects their status as underdogs, though play-off pedigree suggests they won't be pushovers.
📋 Full Squad (26)
Manager: Sébastien Desabre · Formation: 4-1-4-1
Goalkeepers
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Group Stage
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Form & Qualifying
Desabre's side operates with high wingers and two defined central strikers, a fluid setup built for pace and direct play. The question heading into Group K is whether that attacking intent translates to clinical finishing.
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DR Congo's 26-player squad
Sébastien Desabre's squad is built around captain Chancel Mbemba's defensive leadership and a forward group with pace and movement. The midfield balances control with directness, while the defence carries European experience. It's a compact squad built for Desabre's high-tempo, attacking system.
DR Congo's Group K fixtures
DR Congo's three Group K fixtures begin with Portugal on 17 June at NRG Stadium in Houston, followed by Colombia on 23 June at Estadio Akron in Zapopan and Uzbekistan on 27 June at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
How far can DR Congo go at the World Cup?
DR Congo's Tier 5 price and Group K draw reflect their status as underdogs. Desabre's 4-1-4-1 is built for attacking pace, but the single-goal play-off win over Jamaica suggests finishing remains inconsistent. Portugal and Colombia are likely beyond them, but Uzbekistan offers a realistic path if they can convert chances.