DR Congo has named its squad for the 2026 World Cup, marking the nation's return after 52 years. French coach Sebastien Desabre unveiled the 26-player roster yesterday.
The team will face Portugal, Colombia and Uzbekistan in the group stage. Key inclusions feature Premier League players Yoanne Wissa of Newcastle United and Aaron Wan-Bissaka of West Ham United, alongside Axel Tuanzebe of Burnley and Chancel Mbemba of Lille, who serves as captain.
Initial reactions on X to DR Congo's 2026 World Cup squad announcement focus on the strong roster with Premier League stars like Wan-Bissaka and Wissa, positive expectations for the team's return after 52 years, fan support stories, and some skepticism about media coverage and logistics.
Official: 🇨🇩
— Micky Jnr (@MickyJnr__) 18 Ẹ̀bi 2026
DR Congo have announced their squad for the World Cup.
Goalkeepers:
• Fayulu (FC Noah)
• Mpasi (Le Havre)
• Epolo (Standard de Liège)
Defenders:
• Wan-Bissaka (West Ham United)
• Kalulu (Limassol)
• Kayembe (Genk)
• Masuaku (Lens)
• Kapuadi (Widzew Łódź)… pic.twitter.com/GrRjFuDPfP
The legendary fan “Lumumba” will be part of DR Congo’s delegation in the WC! 🏆🇨🇩
— slim🇬🇭 (@slim_official01) 18 Ẹ̀bi 2026
At the request of the players, the famous fan will travel with the team and have everything fully covered
It was president who approved it
DR Congo’s matches will be event you won’t want to miss.
Contact Us https://t.co/naB7GLkt0R does skysports have an issue with DR Congo is that why when they announced their World Cup team you completely ignored it but when Ivory Coast released theirs you put it as part of your breaking news update
— gabriel kambala (@GabrielKambala) 18 Ẹ̀bi 2026
Will the Congo DR team be restricted to travel to play in World Cup games? They have games scheduled next month in the U.S.
— Bern (@topmoviecritik) 19 Ẹ̀bi 2026
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Portugal began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against DR Congo in Group K on Wednesday in Houston. Joao Neves gave the European side an early lead, but Yoane Wissa equalised before half-time. The result gave DR Congo their first World Cup point since 1974.
Portugal will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against DR Congo in Houston on Wednesday at 18:00 BST.
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DR Congo and Uzbekistan will meet in their final group stage match at the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta on Sunday. DR Congo need a victory to advance to the knockout phase after mixed results in their opening games.
Colombia and Ghana have named their starting teams for a World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match scheduled in Kansas on Saturday.
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Haiti has unveiled its first-ever World Cup squad ahead of the tournament. The team will compete in Group C against Brazil, Scotland and Morocco. Their opening fixture takes place on 14 June against Scotland.
Alvin Mak traveled to Houston to witness the Democratic Republic of Congo's return to the World Cup after 52 years. The team earned its first-ever goal in a 1-1 draw against Portugal. Mak designed the squad's signature leopard-print suits for the tournament.
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Declan Rice is set to return to the England starting lineup for their World Cup round of 32 match against DR Congo after recovering from injury.