CAN 2025 – Round of 16 / Algeria – DR Congo: probable lineups

AFCON 06 January 2026 at 05:00

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

06.01.26 AET AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

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After a flawlessly executed group stage, capped off by three wins in as many games, Algeria enters its CAN 2025 round of 16 clash with ambition and caution. This Tuesday at 5pm, the Fennecs take on Democratic Republic of Congo for a spot in the quarterfinals, where Nigeria—fresh off a commanding 4-0 win over Mozambique—awaits. Just hours before kickoff, here are the probable starting lineups for both teams:

See also: CAN 2025 – Round of 16 / Algeria – DR Congo: head-to-head history

Probable lineup for Algeria: Zidane - Belghali - Mandi - Bensebaini - Ait Nouri - Bennacer - Boudaoui - Maza - Mahrez (C) - Bounedjah - Amoura

Probable lineup for DR Congo: Mpasi - Wan-Bissaka - Mbemba - Tuanzebe - Kayembe - Mukau - Sadiki - Kakuta - Bongonda - Mbuku - Bakambu.

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