Cristiano Ronaldo issues two-word statement after family weighed in on World Cup civil war
Cristiano Ronaldo is at the centre of what could become a 'civil war' within the Portugal squad after their 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic...
Cristiano Ronaldo issues defiant message after Bruno Fernandes targeted in World Cup row
Bruno Fernandes has been the target of abuse on social media after Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of the Congo in their opening...
Aaron Wan-Bissaka helps DR Congo make World Cup history against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal
West Ham’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka has made history with the Democratic Republic of the Congo at the 2026 World Cup. DR Congo qualified for their first...
'Messi, Messi' chants follow Ronaldo after Portugal's draw against DR Congo
Cristiano Ronaldo faced a challenging start to his World Cup 2026 journey, failing to score for Portugal in a 1-1 draw. Following the match,...
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Ronaldo's England start against Croatia; Portugal draw 1-1 with DR Congo as Ghana, Panama, Uzbekistan and Colombia in action today
Christiano Ronaldo's Portugal side were held to a 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of the Congo. England take on Croatia. Follow all the...
Yoanne Wissa gives DR Congo first ever World Cup point in draw with Portugal
They came to see Cristiano Ronaldo, perhaps expecting feats to rival Lionel Messi's remarkable display the night before. Ronaldo's many followers...
Why is ‘COD’ used for DR Congo at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
As DR Congo returns to the FIFA World Cup stage, many fans are noticing the unusual "COD" abbreviation on scoreboards and standings. The answer...
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal vs DR Congo: How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live, TV channel and streaming info
Cristiano Ronaldo takes Portugal into his sixth World Cup finals and takes on the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the opening game of Group K....
World Cup washout? Heavy rain and potential flooding threatens to wreak havoc on Cristiano Ronaldo's opening game
Despite being an indoor facility, Houston Stadium may be impacted by heavy rainfall during Wednesday's World Cup match between Portugal and the...
Portugal hope Cristiano Ronaldo's milestone World Cup is no millstone
His team and opponents laud him, but Wednesday's game with the DRC is a test of his powers at a sixth World CupInside the home of Houston's...
DR Congo bring style and pride to the World Cup after wholesome welcome
Brutally tough return to tournament awaits, but the stature of opposition feels less important than the fact of being here at allIt was an arrival...
Premier League 2025-26 review: flops of the season
From Wissa's solitary goal for Newcastle to Postecoglou's brief reign at Forest, it's been a campaign to forget for someNewcastle's year-long chase...
DRC cancel World Cup training camp and fan event due to Ebola outbreak
Friendlies against Denmark and Chile still going aheadTeam staff who are based in DRC ‘leaving in next hours'The Democratic Republic of the Congo...
Véron Mosengo-Omba accused of bullying and intimidating Caf committee members
Incident is alleged to have happened in October 2024Mosengo-Omba set to be elected Fecofa presidentVéron Mosengo-Omba, the sole candidate to become...
DR Congo Announces Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup
DR Congo has announced its full 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It’s the second time the country has qualified for the FIFA World Cup....
Referee who officiated chaotic Afcon final picked for African Champions League final
Jean-Jacques Ngambo Ndala given final first leg by CafHe was in charge when Senegal left pitch in MoroccoThe referee who oversaw of January's...
Rule change could pave way for Véron Mosengo-Omba to become president of DRC football federation
Former Caf general secretary sets sights on Fecofa roleSwiss national is university friend of Gianni Infantino Football's governing body in the...
Led by their Paris star, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is looking to naturalise 12 players ahead of the World Cup
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s celebrations following their qualification for the 2026 World Cup continue to cause a stir amongst some...
Congolese sports minister challenges Ronaldo: ‘You’ll be in tears against us’
The Democratic Republic of the Congo national team has qualified for the World Cup finals after a long absence of around 52 years.
Cars and land... exceptional rewards following the Democratic Republic of Congo’s qualification for the World Cup
Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has announced that the players and coaching staff of the Democratic Republic of the Congo national team will...
Video: Historic celebrations in Congo over World Cup qualification... and outrage in France!
The capital, Kinshasa, was in a particularly festive mood on Sunday, after the Democratic Republic of the Congo national team celebrated their...
DR Congo’s historic World Cup qualification leads to a special government decision
The Democratic Republic of the Congo qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 52 years following a 1-0 victory over Jamaica. The triumph...
Interpol arrest warrant requested in Congo-Brazzaville for Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas
Football federation president on the run with wife and sonConviction in absentia of wide-ranging corruption chargesAuthorities in Congo-Brazzaville...
From Purley to a World Cup playoff: how the DRC scour Europe for players
Gabriel Zakuani played over 400 EFL games and captained the Democratic Republic of the Congo – now he helps his country recruit talent like Aaron...
DR Congo learns Play-off final opponent
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is set to face Jamaica in the final of Path A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Play-off Tournament, with...
Congolese FA president Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas slapped with life prison sentence in major corruption scandal
The president of the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT), Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, has been sentenced to life imprisonment after being found...
Mayele ends goal drought to become Pyramids legend
Democratic Republic of the Congo and Pyramids FC striker Fiston Mayele has ended his 122-day wait for a goal, scoring in Pyramids’ 3-1 win over...
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DRC look to beat Sudan for World Cup survival
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s hopes of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup are on the line as the nation faces Sudan at the Pentecost...
CAF confirms five 2026 World Cup qualifiers to be played in Morocco in October
With only days remaining before matchdays 9 and 10 of the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Confederation of African Football...
What The Papers Say - 10 September
The views on this page are taken from the local and national media and do not necessarily reflect the views of Everton.
Tuesday night's...
Kenya and Morocco march into CHAN quarterfinals
Hosts Kenya marched into the African Nations Championship (CHAN) quarterfinals with a 1-0 win over Zambia, while Morocco punched their ticket for...
Brentford will keep Newcastle target Yoane Wissa out of season opener
Manager Keith Andrews says striker ‘not ready to play'Club holding out for £40m fee before they could sellKeith Andrews has revealed that Yoane...
Race for CHAN quarterfinals continues in group A
Morocco and Zambia face one another while Angola look to get past the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday...
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DR Congo and Angola look to bounce back in CHAN double-header
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) and Angola are hunting their first wins at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) as they face...
Barcelona agree sponsorship deal with Congo DR
Barcelona have announced that a new four-year "strategic partnership" has been agreed with the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo...
Head of football in Republic of the Congo accused of embezzling $1.3m of Fifa funds
Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas rejects allegations as conspiracyClaims include almost $500,000 for women's teamThe president of the Republic of the...
Goals galore on WAFCON day two
Senegal, record title-winning Nigeria and Algeria opened their accounts at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco on Sunday,...
Official: AC Milan announce Democratic Republic of the Congo as Premium Partner
By: Isak Möller
AC Milan have announced DRC, Democratic Republic of the Congo, as a new principal partner of the club in an attempt to ‘foster...
AFCON U20 – Group C up for grabs
The race for quarter final qualification continues in group C of the U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the Central African Republic (CAR) face...
Arsenal accused of snub to DRC minister over ‘bloodstained' Visit Rwanda deal
Exclusive: Foreign minister says she sought meeting with the north London Premier League club to discuss sponsorship by country accused of aiding...
Football clubs told to 'reconcile conscience' over Rwanda sponsorship deal
Three of the world's biggest football clubs are being urged to drop their sponsorship deals with Visit Rwanda by the government of neighbouring...
FIFA bans Congo-Brazzaville from International Football
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has taken swift action by suspending the football federation of Congo-Brazzaville with...
Luton rumoured to be signing Republic of the Congo international Christ Makosso
Defender linked with a move to Kenilworth Road
Wild moment Scottish Premiership stars exchange goals in clash played more than 8,000 miles from Glasgow
THE small matter of 8,400 miles separates the West of Scotland from the Peter Mokabe Stadium in Limpopo.
So it was rather remarkable that two...
Bafana Bafana's Hugo Broos feels Teboho Mokoena was 'extra motivated' against Congo-Brazzaville to prove a point to Mngqithi - 'He proved why I can’t agree that he is not playing at Mamelodi Sundowns'
The ever-hardworking central midfielder was extremely good during Bafana's emphatic victory against the Les Diables Rouges in Gqeberha.
The dream to Afcon in Morocco is still on track for Bafana and Hugo Broos after trashing Congo-Brazzaville 5-0 - 'I can only be happy for a performance like this'
Bafana Bafana dominated Congo Brazzaville 5-0 in Gqeberha, reigniting their AFCON qualifying hopes after two draws. Tebogo Mokoena led the charge...
2025 Afcon Qualifiers! Teboho Mokoena sends strong message to Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi with brace in Bafana Bafana's routing of Congo-Brazzaville
Teboho Mokoena scored twice as South Africa beat the Red Devils 4-0 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium to go top of Group K in the 2025 Afcon qualifiers.
Bafana Bafana vs Congo-Brazzaville Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news
GOAL gives you the details to follow South Africa's 2025 Afcon qualifier hosting of South Africa on Friday.
Predicting Bafana Bafana's XI to face Congo-Brazzaville in 2025 Afcon qualifier - Teboho Mokoena & Khuliso Mudau to start despite Mamelodi Sundowns troubles?
South Africa are in Gqeberha where they will host the Red Devils as they seek early qualification for Morocco 2025.
Bafana Bafana vs Congo-Brazzaville: Hugo Broos banks on Lyle Foster to justify decision to leave out Orlando Pirates' Tshegofatso Mabasa, but all eyes on veteran Themba Zwane & youngster Relebohile Mofokeng
Bafana and Hugo Broos have their work cut out for themselves in the up coming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Which Broos can Broos rely on?
Hugo Broos drops Jayden Adams from Bafana Bafana squad due to ill-discipline as Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Aubaas replaces injured Orlando Pirates star
Bafana Bafana arrived in Gqeberha to prepare for their match against Congo-Brazzaville. However, Jayden Adams has been replaced due to what coach...
No squad announcement & Fecofoot employees removed from office: Congo-Brazzaville set to face Bafana Bafana in 2025 Afcon qualifier amid government crisis
Congo is set to face Bafana Bafana in an AFCON qualifier in seven days, but a government crisis threatens their preparations.
Is Hugo Broos playing with Tshegofatso Mabasa's feelings? - Explained! Why Orlando Pirates striker is in Bafana Bafana's preliminary squad for Congo-Brazzaville matches
The Buccaneers forward was being overlooked for national team duty despite his impressive scoring form.
Big concern for Hugo Broos! Manqoba Mngqithi continues to ignore Mamelodi Sundowns duo Teboho Mokoena & Khuliso Mudau ahead of Bafana Bafana's 2025 Afcon qualifiers against Congo-Brazzaville
The Brazilians coach continued to stand by his words regarding managing his players as he left two Bafana Bafana stars out of his squad.
Broos names Sesane, Mothwa, Cross and Tau in Bafana Bafana preliminary squad to take on Congo-Brazzaville in back-to-back 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
The Belgian coach has selected a squad of 33 players to evaluate ahead of next month's Afcon qualifiers.
France knock out Argentina as Mateta wins Olympic football grudge match
Men's quarter-final: France 1-0 Argentina
Jean-Philippe Mateta's header puts hosts into semi-final
If France had a point to make it was hammered...
A moment that changed me: the VHS tape that helped me face my father's shocking early death
I felt huge guilt and shame for not having had a chance to say goodbye or appreciating his presence more. Then I saw footage of the whole family...
From Covid-inspired tag in Mexico to soccer with no ball in Iraq: Francis Alÿs on his joyous films of children's games
The artist has travelled the world documenting the way children play. As he puts his films on display, he talks about the way conkers cross...
Diakité's 120th-minute strike sinks Mali to send 10-man Ivory Coast into last four
How often can a side flirt with elimination before they finally go out? Ivory Coast had played the entirety of the second half with 10 men, were...
DR Congo hold Morocco in Group F
"Silas Katompa Mvumpa earned a 1-1 draw for the Democratic Republic of the Congo against Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations. Achraf Hakimi put...
So, what is it about the brilliant, victorious sportswoman Mary Earps that bovine men just can't abide? | Marina Hyde
The England keeper won BBC Sports Personality of the Year – and bitter old farts hated it. But they are losing ground, and they know it
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Report: Ten Hag now facing January headache as £50m Man Utd player receives international proposal
Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has received a new approach to represent the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Erik ten Hag is already...
Manchester United 'could lose Aaron Wan-Bissaka to the Africa Cup of Nations in January' with right-back approached to represent DR Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo have reportedly approached Aaron Wan-Bissaka over representing them at the Africa Cup of Nations next year.
Former Premier League star accuses a cleaner of stealing £400,000-worth of jewellery
Seemingly trying to learn the identity of the alleged suspect, the former Democratic Republic of the Congo international posted several Instagram...
I’m a Luton star who helped the club gain promotion from the Conference and now I’m on the brink of the Premier League
LUTON’S rise through the football pyramid has been nothing short of staggering.
From playing in the National League in 2013 to being on the...
I'm a Luton star who helped the club gain promotion from the Conference and now I'm on the brink of the Premier League
LUTON’S rise through the football pyramid has been nothing short of staggering.
From playing in the National League in 2013 to being on the...
DR Congo in talks with Man Utd pair Wan-Bissaka and Tuanzebe
Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka could end up representing the Democratic Republic of the Congo at international level.
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Talks ongoing over Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s international career
Aaron Wan-Bissaka could end up representing the Democratic Republic of the Congo at international level.The Manchester United right-back has yet to...
Women's football team chase ref before punching and kicking him over penalty controversy
A women's football team from the Democratic Republic of the Congo have been slammed online after a video went viral of them chasing the referee...
Chipolopolo win cheers modest Asanovic
Chipolopolo coach Aljosa Asanovic is pleased with Friday's 3-1 friendly win over Congo-Brazzaville but insists every game will come with its own...
Convincing Chipolopolo beats Congo-Brazzaville
Chipolopolo on Friday made a bright start at the Antalya Cup in Turkey following a 3-1 win over Congo-Brazzaville.
Caf Confederation Cup: Orlando Pirates 1-0 Diables Noirs (1-0 agg) - Unconvincing Bucs sneak into play-off round
Orlando Pirates secured a narrow 1-0 win over the Congo-Brazzaville side on Sunday evening
Orlando Pirates player ratings after Diables Noirs draw: Mpontshane shines, Mabasa wasteful
The Buccaneers drew 0-0 with the Congo-Brazzaville side in the Caf Confederation Cup clash on Friday. Goal rates the performance of the Bucs players
Caf Confederation Cup: How Orlando Pirates could start against Diables Noirs
Goal predicts Bucs' starting XI ahead of their second round first-leg match against the Congo-Brazzaville side on Friday
