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UN mulls new mandate for DR Congo peacekeepers at critical moment for conflict

With hostilities once again flaring in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the United Nations is weighing another extension of its Monusco peacekeeping mission when its mandate expires this month. Though the UN had been charting a progressive withdrawal, renewed fighting and an international push for peace look set to…

Radio France Internationale

Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Everything you need to know, from the team in crisis to the best games to watch

Will Mohamed Salah lift his first Africa Cup of Nations title with Egypt? Or can Nigeria bounce back from their World Cup disappointment?

The Independent UK

Every Premier League Player at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

An array of Premier League players will be on international duty this winter.

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How Nigeria can qualify for World Cup 2026 as FIFA 'investigate' DR Congo complaint

Super Eagles have challenged DR Congo’s use of several dual nationality players during World Cup qualification

Evening Standard

Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Fixtures, TV, table standings as Nigeria, Morocco and Ivory Coast battle for glory

Senegal, Algeria and Egypt are also among the favourites to dethrone Ivory Coast

Evening Standard

M23 tightens grip on key DR Congo city in 'middle finger' to US

The Rwanda-backed M23 militia captured most of the key eastern DR Congo town of Uvira late on Wednesday, in a move Burundi called a "middle finger" to the United States after the signing of a peace deal in Washington a week ago.

Radio France Internationale

Rwanda and DR Congo begin complex peace process after signing US-brokered deal

The leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have formalised a peace deal in Washington at a summit hosted by US President Donald Trump, though fresh violence raises questions about the accord aimed at ending one of Africa's longest wars.

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World Cup 2026 draw: worst-case scenarios for England, Scotland, USA and Australia

Before Friday’s event we also examine a possible overall group of death and where geopolitics could meet football

The Guardian - UK

How the best week of the football year surpassed all expectations

WORLD CUP 2026 : Scenes of celebration and anguish across the globe highlighted how the World Cup retains a special ‘magic’ - even as those emotions are being used by wider forces, writes Miguel Delaney

The Independent UK

Nigeria left to blame ‘voodoo’ after dramatic playoff defeat by DR Congo

DR Congo won a tense penalty shootout 4-3, leading Éric Chelle, the Nigeria manager, to allege ‘maraboutage’

The Guardian - UK

Ireland’s big moment is what World Cup qualifying is all about

Troy Parrott’s last-gasp goal and DR Congo’s triumph proved once again why the best soccer is almost never about the soccer

The Guardian - US

Nigeria coach alleges DR Congo ‘did some voodoo’ during penalty shoot-out defeat in World Cup qualifying

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle reportedly confronted the opposition coaching staff after DR Congo advanced to the intercontinental play-offs with a penalty shoot-out victory

The Independent UK

Nigeria head coach accuses DR Congo of using 'voodoo' during penalty shootout defeat

Eric Chelle confronted the opposition bench as the Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes ended

Evening Standard

Watch: Nigeria and Galatasaray dealt major injury worry as Eric Chelle explains Victor Osimhen substitution

Osimhen was replaced at half-time and watched on from the sidelines as Nigeria were beaten by DR Congo on penalties

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Victor Osimhen in tears as Nigeria lose World Cup play-off final on penalties

Super Eagles have failed to qualify for next summer’s World Cup

The Independent UK

Nigeria vs DR Congo live: Leopards keep World Cup dream alive with dramatic penalty shoot-out win

Nigeria 1-1 DR Congo (DR Congo win 4-3 on pens): Captain Chancel Mbemba was the hero again as he scored the winning penalty in the shoot-out to send the Leopards through

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup play-off final result, latest updates and reaction after penalty shootout

Super Eagles see World Cup dream end in dramatic fashion

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How to watch Nigeria vs DR Congo: Free live streams for the final of Africa's World Cup qualifiers

The winners of dramatic semi-finals meet in Morocco – here's how to watch Nigeria vs DR Congo online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

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The Independent UK

Is Nigeria vs DR Congo on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup play-off

Nigeria defeated Gabon while DR Congo shocked Cameroon to set up the CAF play-off final

Evening Standard

How to watch Nigeria vs DR Congo FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup play-off final today

Super Eagles are on a three-game winning streak

Euronews

DR Congo and M23 sign Doha framework as groundwork for peace but key issues remain

Delegations from both sides said the document creates eight protocols that will be negotiated individually in the coming weeks.

Evening Standard

Nigeria: Victor Osimhen could be set for new role in World Cup play-off final amid Wilfred Ndidi ban

Eric Chelle has a big decision to make after dropping William Troost-Ekong for Nigeria’s last two games

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs DR Congo: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Winners of play-off final will take one step closer to next year’s World Cup

Tom’s Guide

How to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo on FIFA+ — it's *FREE*

Here's how to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo from anywhere in the world as they face off in CAF Qualifier semi-final for a spot at the 2026 World Cup.

Evening Standard

Cameroon vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup play-off result, latest updates and reaction as Leopards through to final

Place in play-off final up for grabs

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