DR Congo have beatened Nigeria on Penalties to qualify for 2026 World Cup qualifier playoff.
The Super Eagles took an early lead in the first half, after Frank Onyeka’s shot was deflected in.
But the Leopards were level after Mechak Elia pounced on a defensive error to finish past Stanley Nwabali.
The game ended 1-1 after 120 minutes and was decided on penalties.
Calvin Bassey, Moses Simon and Semi Ajayi all missed their kicks as DR Congo clinched the ticket to represent Africa at the intercontinental playoffs.
They will now play in a six-team intercontinental qualifier, which will be staged from March 23 to 31 in 2026 and will decide the final two sides at next year’s World Cup.
