Congo DR will look to extend their rhythm ahead of the final stretch of the qualifiers when they take on Madagascar on Sunday at Stade de la Source, Orleans in France.

The Leopards arrive on the back of a 1-0 victory over Mali at the same venue on Thursday, while Barea have been inactive since their last appearance in March.

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Samuel Essende’s strike in the 27th minute proved decisive as DR Congo snapped a two-game losing run against Mali and maintained their perfect start to 2025.

While their 1-1 draw against Chad on December 21 in the African Nations Championship qualifiers halted a brief slide, it remains the last time the Leopards failed to win, with the side now having registered four straight triumphs.

That consistency can be attributed to their fast starts, wi

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