Zimbabwe - DR Congo

Zimbabwe host DR Congo on 28 September 2026 for matchday 2 of the Africa Cup of Nations qualification group stage. The home side enters this contest with momentum following a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Sierra Leone on 24 September. That result highlighted their attacking intent, providing a platform for the squad to test themselves against a formidable opponent. With the qualification campaign still in its infancy, securing points against direct rivals remains the primary objective for the hosts as they look to build on their positive start.

DR Congo arrive in strong form after a clinical 2-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on 24 September. Their defensive discipline and ability to convert chances proved decisive in that opening fixture. The history between these two nations includes a competitive two-legged tie in 2018, where Zimbabwe narrowly edged the aggregate score. As both teams seek to assert control over Group E, the tactical battle in midfield will likely determine which side dictates the tempo of this encounter.