On June 29, 2026, the Democratic Republic of Congo qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Sudan in a decisive qualifier. Forward Yoane Wissa scored both goals, securing the team's place in the tournament.
The match took place at the Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa, with Wissa finding the net in the 34th and 72nd minutes. This marks the DRC's first World Cup appearance since 1974, when they competed as Zaire.
Coach SΓ©bastien Desabre praised the team's discipline and the support of the home crowd. The qualification was confirmed after other group results favored the DRC, ensuring they topped their qualifying group.
