DR Congo's First CHAN 2024 Triumph
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) claimed their first win of the CHAN 2024 tournament with a 2-0 victory over Zambia in Group A action. Goals from Ibrahim Matobo Mubalu and Malanga Horso Mwaku, both scored in the second half, sealed the win for the DRC. The match began goalless in the first half but exploded into life after Japhte Kitambala delivered a precise cross to Matobo Mubalu, who opened the scoring in the 51st minute. With just 20 minutes remaining, Oscar Kabwit's assist to Malanga Horso Mwaku extended the lead, ensuring DRC's three points following their earlier 0-2 loss to Kenya.
Other Group A Fixtures
In the second match of the day, Kenya and Angola contested a tense 1-1 draw. Angola took the lead through Joaquim Paciencia's goal in the 7th minute, but Kenya equalized shortly after with a penalty from Austine Odhiambo. The deadlock was broken when Marvin Nabwire received a red card in the 21st minute, giving Angola a numerical advantage. However, a potential game-winner by Kaporal was disallowed in the 96th minute, leaving the match at a draw.
Tournament Context
CHAN 2024, originally scheduled for 2024, was postponed to 2025 and is being hosted across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Zanzibar. The competition features players from the African continent's domestic leagues, emphasizing regional talent. With this win, DR Congo moves closer to securing a spot in the knockout stages, while Zambia and Kenya continue their campaigns with mixed results.
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