The DR Congo national football team will face Bermuda national football team in a friendly match on March 25 as part of their preparations for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff.
The match, confirmed by the Bermuda Football Association, will take place at Estadio Jalisco in Mexico, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00.
For DR Congo, the fixture serves as an important step in their build-up to the final intercontinental playoff, offering a valuable opportunity to fine-tune tactics and assess readiness ahead of a decisive encounter later in the month.
Head coach Sébastien Desabre is expected to use the game to prepare his squad for the conditions they will face in North America, with the friendly providing early exposure to the environment ahead of the high-stakes qualifier.
The match is seen as a key rehearsal for the Leopards, who are aiming to secure a place at the World Cup and add a new chapter to their football history.
Following the Bermuda clash, DR Congo will face the winner of the playoff between New Caledonia national football team and Jamaica national football team on March 31, with a place at the World Cup on the line.
Led by experienced players such as Chancel Mbemba, the team will be looking to build momentum and confidence from the friendly before heading into the decisive fixture.
For Bermuda, the match also represents a valuable opportunity to test themselves against strong opposition as they continue their own preparations.
With both teams using the encounter as a stepping stone, the fixture is expected to provide a competitive platform ahead of one of the most important matches in DR Congo’s recent football history.
