Here's what to know about DR Congo being referred to as COD, rather than DRC.

Alvin Mak, who designed the Democratic Republic of Congo’s sleek leopard panelled suits, has traveled to the U.S. for the first time to see his team to their first victory.

ATLANTA (AP) — Lionel Mpasi blocked shots with his right hand, his left hand, even took one a bit below the belt. At one point, England midfielder Jude Bellingham gave him a hug of respect with Mpasi sprawled on the World Cup turf,

Review DR Congo's official FIFA World Ranking, point totals, and group phase metrics before their 2026 World Cup Round of 32 knockout clash against 4th-ranked England. The single-elimination phase of the 2026 World Cup has thrown Sébastien Desabre’s team straight into the deep end for their first knockout fixture in over half a century.

Houston will be the team’s home base for the World Cup. They’ll train at SaberCats Stadium. The Democratic Republic of Congo is one of the 46 teams competing in the World Cup. It’s the first time they’ve participated in the tournament in more than half a century.

Africa had a historic 10 nations qualify for the 2026 World Cup. After Congo’s 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan and Algeria’s stunning 3-3 draw against Austria on Saturday night, nine are headed to the knockout stage.

ATLANTA ― Africa had 10 teams qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Congo coach Sébastien Desabre says there should actually be more. With the expanded 48-team competition this year, African nations (Algeria,

Follow live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between England and DR Congo. Get ENG vs COD live score, confirmed line-ups, team news, goals, key moments, match stats and highlights as they happen.