CAN 2025: probable line-ups and head-to-head history for the Senegal vs DR Congo match

27.12.25 FT AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

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As part of the second round of the group stage of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2025), Senegal will face DR Congo on Saturday, December 27, in what promises to be a tightly contested showdown.

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On the opening day of Group A, the Lions cruised past Botswana with a commanding 3-0 victory. Meanwhile, the Leopards edged Benin by the narrowest of margins.

Probable line-ups for Senegal vs DR Congo

Senegal: Mendy – Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhaté, Jakobs – I. Ndiaye, I. Gueye, P. Gueye, I. Sarr – Jackson, Mané.

DR Congo: Mpasi – Wan-Bissaka, Mbemba, Tuanzebe, Masuaku – Moutoussamy, Sadiki, Kayembe – Bongonda, Bakambu, Mbuku.

Head-to-head history

These two teams have faced off 10 times in the past. Senegal has come out on top in 6 matches, with DR Congo winning twice and 2 draws between them.

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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