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

DR Congo vs Zambia: Kick-off time and broadcast channel for the friendly

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.

Sichone Frustrated by Late Arrival of Foreign-Based Players Ahead of AFCON

Chipolopolo Coach Moses Sichone has expressed frustration over the late arrival of some foreign-based players, saying it is disrupting his Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) preparation plans.

Speaking from the team’s pre-AFCON camp in Spain, Sichone noted that the delayed release of players by clubs has forced him to rely on those already available for Tuesday’s friendly against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He admitted the situation has been frustrating but emphasized the importance of making the most of the current squad.

The technical bench is expected to field a majority of local players in the DRC match to assess their readiness for the first team. Sichone stressed that the two friendlies against Ivory Coast and the DRC are crucial in building confidence and sharpening the team ahead of the continental showpiece in Morocco.

Zambia, Congo DR renew rivalry

THE Zambia national football team and neighbours DR Congo will today renew their long-standing rivalry when they clash in an international friendly match at the Pianata Sports Arena in Murcia City, Spain. The clash forms part of preparations for the CAF 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which is scheduled to kick off on December 21 in Morocco. Both sides are expected to use the match to assess their readiness ahead of the continental showpiece. Zambia received a major boost yesterday with the arrival of Czech Republic-based defender Benson Sakala, who plays for first division side Bohemians 1905. Sakala joined eight other foreign-based players who had already reported for camp on Sunday night. The foreign based players include Frankie…

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