DR Congo vs Zambia: What time and channel is the friendly match on?

The DR Congo national team faces Zambia this Tuesday, December 16, in a friendly warm-up match as preparations intensify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

The Leopards, under the guidance of French coach Sébastien Desabre, continue to build momentum ahead of the continental showdown.

The final phase of AFCON 2025 will take place in Morocco, running from December 21 to January 18.

This clash marks a key stage for both teams, who have already secured their spots in the tournament, as they look to assess their readiness—physically and tactically—before the official kickoff.

Date, time and venue for DR Congo – Zambia

The match will be played at Pinatar Arena, a sports complex in the city of Murcia, Spain.

Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 GMT, which is 16:00 in Kinshasa.

Which channel is showing DR Congo – Zambia?

According to several sources, the friendly between the “Leopards” and the “Chipolopolos” will be broadcast live on RTNC and CANAL+.

Head-to-head record: DR Congo vs Zambia

According to official statistics, the DR Congo and Zambia have faced each other 14 times across all competitions. The historical record shows four wins for Zambia, three for DR Congo, and seven draws.

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