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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
December 23, 2025
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DR Congo beat Benin to kick off Cup of Nations bid

The DR Congo edged out Benin 1-0 in their opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, with Theo Bongonda scoring the only goal of the Group D clash...
✨ Key Highlights
The Democratic Republic of Congo began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 1-0 victory over Benin in Rabat. The lone goal came from Theo Bongonda, securing crucial three points in their Group D opener.
- Theo Bongonda of Spartak Moscow scored the winning goal in the 16th minute.
- A goal by Cedric Bakambu was disallowed for offside after a VAR check.
- DR Congo, with players like Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Noah Sadiki, aims to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, facing New Caledonia or Jamaica in a play-off.
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