DR Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo
FIFA Rank:#61Group:K
Team Summary
DR Congo is competing in Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under CAF confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.
DR Congo Match Schedule
Match 23GROUPGroup K
Portugal1 - 1
FINALDR Congo
2026-06-17Local: 12:00
NRG StadiumHouston
Match 48GROUPGroup K
Colombia1 - 0
FINALDR Congo
2026-06-23Local: 20:00
Estadio AkronGuadalajara
Match 72GROUPGroup K
DR Congo3 - 1
FINALUzbekistan
2026-06-27Local: 19:30
Mercedes-Benz StadiumAtlanta
Match 80R32
England2 - 1
FINALDR Congo
2026-07-01Local: 12:00
Mercedes-Benz StadiumAtlanta
Tactical Profile & Squad Strength
Favors a compact 4-4-2 or 4-1-4-1 block, prioritizing physical challenges in midfield and releasing pacey wingers.
Strengths
- Physical stamina and strength
- Excellent defensive organization
- Fast flank pace
Weaknesses
- Lack of individual creators
- Inconsistent possession play
- Defending set-pieces
World Cup History
Previously qualified once as Zaire in 1974 in West Germany.
FAQ: DR Congo National Team
DR Congo plays their opening match on 2026-06-17 against PORTUGAL.
Related World Cup Coverage
⚽Group K Table & Results⚽Group K Scenarios⚽DR Congo Next Match Info⚽DR Congo Route to Final⚽DR Congo Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch DR Congo Live⚽Preview: Group K Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group K Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group K Matchday 3 fixture.⚽Preview: Round of 32 single-elimination match.