DR Congo v Benin: Confirmed Team News as Sadiki Starts for Tournament Dark Horses
DR Congo vs Benin: Sadiki Starts in AFCON Opener Rabat, Morocco — DR Congo open their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign today against Benin in Group D , with confirmed lineups showing young midfielder Noah Sadiki starting for the Congolese Leopards . The Leopards, who finished fourth at the last AFCON in 2023 , are seen as one of the tournament’s dark horse teams. With a blend of youth and seasoned pros, DR Congo are aiming to make an impact after strong recent form and consistency in international play. Team News:
• DR Congo: Without striker Yoane Wissa due to ongoing injury rehabilitation, Sébastien Desabre ’s side lines up with M’Pasi N’Zau in goal , a backline including Wan‑Bissaka , Tuanzebe , Mbemba , and Masuaku , and a midfield featuring Sadiki , Moutoussamy and
