DR Congo's Leopards fight for survival in CHAN 2024's 'Group of Death'
Nairobi’s Nyayo National Stadium is today hosting a clash that could shape the destiny of Group A at the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024...
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The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Leopards face Angola’s Palancas Negras today at Nairobi’s Nyayo National Stadium in a critical CHAN 2024 Group A match. This encounter is pivotal for DR Congo’s survival in the “Group of Death,” while a win for Angola would secure a quarter-final berth.
- DR Congo, two-time champions (2009, 2016), started shakily with a loss to Morocco but recovered with a 3-1 victory over Zambia.
- Assistant coach Daouda Lupembe is leading the Leopards in the absence of ailing head coach Otis Ngoma.
- Angola enters the match having drawn 1-1 with Kenya and secured a 2-1 win against Zambia; this is their final group match.
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Kenya Qualifies for CHAN 2024 Quarterfinals After DR Congo Beats Angola - August 2025
Kenya's Harambee Stars have qualified for the quarterfinals of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) after DR Congo defeated Angola 2-0 in a Group A match at MISC Kasarani. This result secured Kenya's progression with one group stage match remaining. The race in Group A, also called the “Group of Death,” has been intensely close with Kenya, Morocco, and DR Congo as top contenders. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Leopards, who are vying for a historic third CHAN title, bounced back from an opening loss to Kenya. The match against Angola was pivotal for DR Congo's survival. Meanwhile, Zambia's Chipolopolo have been eliminated from Group A after three consecutive defeats and will play hosts Kenya on August 17 for pride.
