DRC Qualifies for 2026 FIFA World Cup After Historic Win

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a significant achievement as they become the 10th African team to secure a spot in the tournament. The qualification was confirmed after a 1-0 victory over Jamaica in the intercontinental playoff final held on Wednesday morning.

Axel Tuanzebe emerged as the hero for the Leopards, contributing to this historic win. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) celebrated this milestone, noting that it has been 52 years since the DRC last appeared in the World Cup, which was in 1974 when they participated as Zaire.

FIFA also expressed its congratulations to the DRC, emphasizing the importance of this achievement in unlocking dreams for the nation. The DRC's journey included a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Nigeria, where they triumphed 4-3 to reach the playoff final.