Zimbabwe vs RD Congo | Highlights | 2027 AFCON Qualifiers

DR Congo defeated Zimbabwe away from home in the AFCON 2027 Qualifiers and maintained its perfect record after two rounds. RELIVE THE MATCH HERE!

DR Congo secured an important away victory, defeating Zimbabwe 1-2 in Harare in the AFCON 2027 Qualifiers. The Leopards made the most of their chances in the first half before holding off the hosts' late push.

WISSA AND MOUTOUSSAMY PUT DR CONGO AHEAD

Yoane Wissa opened the scoring in the 30th minute after pouncing on a loose ball following a save by goalkeeper Elvis Chipezeze. The Congolese forward once again proved decisive before halftime.

In the 45+2nd minute, Samuel Moutoussamy doubled DR Congo's lead after receiving an assist from Wissa, who delivered a decisive performance by being directly involved in both goals.

EPOLO AND THE DEFENSE WITHSTAND ZIMBABWE'S PRESSURE

Zimbabwe responded in the second half and pulled one back in the 90+3rd minute, when Marshall Munetsi made it 2-1. However, DR Congo held firm during the final minutes to secure all three points.

Goalkeeper Matthieu Epolo delivered a standout performance between the posts and played a key role in preserving DR Congo's lead as the hosts increased the pressure.

With the result, DR Congo moves to six points and maintains its perfect start in Group E of the AFCON 2027 Qualifiers.

KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM DR CONGO'S WIN

• CLINICAL IN THE FIRST HALF: Yoane Wissa opened the scoring in the 30th minute and assisted Samuel Moutoussamy for the 2-0 goal in the 45+2nd minute, giving DR Congo a crucial advantage before halftime.
• WISSA, THE DIFFERENCE-MAKER: The Congolese forward played a direct role in both goals and led the Leopards' attacking threat throughout the match.
• EPOLO AND THE LATE RESISTANCE: Matthieu Epolo came up with important saves as Zimbabwe increased the pressure. Although Marshall Munetsi scored in the 90+3rd minute, DR Congo held on until the final whistle.

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