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Zimbabwe and DR Congo Battle for Group Lead

28 Sep

Summary

Both teams aim for winning streak in AFCON 2027 qualifiers.
Zimbabwe dramatically recovered from a two-goal deficit.
DR Congo leads Group E on goal difference after first round.

Zimbabwe and DR Congo are set to clash in Harare today, Monday, September 28, for a key 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Both nations have begun their campaigns with victories, accumulating three points each. DR Congo currently leads Group E on goal difference.

The Zimbabwe team achieved a dramatic turnaround in their opening match, coming back from a two-goal deficit to defeat Sierra Leone 3-2. Marshall Munetsi was instrumental, scoring twice, with Tawanda Chirewa adding the third goal.

DR Congo also made a strong start, defeating Equatorial Guinea 2-0 in Kinshasa. Captain Chancel Mbemba scored early, and Yoane Wissa sealed the win later in the match.

This early-season fixture pits the top two teams in Group E against each other. With Sierra Leone and Equatorial Guinea also in the group, the stakes are high as the top two finishers will secure direct qualification for AFCON 2027.

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