Congo DR

Team Biography

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) National Football Team, nicknamed the "Leopards", represents DR Congo in international football and is governed by the Congolese Association Football Federation.

Quick Facts
Nickname: The Leopards
Founded: 1919
Confederation: CAF (Africa)
Team Colors: Sky Blue, Red, and Yellow
Home Stadium: Stade des Martyrs
Major Achievements
Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Champions: 1968, 1974
First Sub-Saharan African nation to qualify for a FIFA World Cup (1974).
AFCON Third Place Finish: 2015.
Famous Players
Cédric Bakambu
Yoane Wissa
Chancel Mbemba
Dieumerci Mbokani
World Cup Highlight

DR Congo made history by qualifying for the 1974 FIFA World Cup, becoming one of Africa's pioneering teams on football's biggest stage.

FIFA World Cup 2026

The Leopards are among Africa's competitive teams and continue striving to return to the FIFA World Cup after decades away from the tournament.

Interesting Fact

The team was formerly known as Zaire before the country changed its name to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Tagline: 🇨🇩 "The Leopards – Strength, Pride, and African Football Heritage." ⚽