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How to Watch: DR Congo vs Equatorial Guinea Live in 2027 AFCON Qualifiers on beIN SPORTS
DR Congo begin their road to the 2027 AFCON against Equatorial Guinea in the opening round of qualifying. The Leopards will look to make the most of home advantage against a side determined to leave with a positive result.
DR Congo host Equatorial Guinea this Thursday, September 24, at Stade des Martyrs for the opening matchday of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. The broadcast begins at 11:50 AM ET / 8:50 AM PT, and the match will be shown LIVE on beIN SPORTS.
How DR Congo arrive
DR Congo head into their opener after a historic run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Managed by Sébastien Desabre, the Leopards advanced to the knockout stage after a 1-1 draw with Portugal, a 1-0 defeat to Colombia and a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. Their campaign ended with a 2-1 loss to England.
Now, the Leopards will look to carry that momentum into the 2027 AFCON qualifiers and make the most of home advantage.
How Equatorial Guinea arrive
Equatorial Guinea begin their qualifying campaign aiming to remain competitive in a group that does not have an automatic qualifier for a single team. Managed by Vincenzo Alberto Annese, the team has established itself as a difficult side to face, although they will be looking to improve their attacking output.
The Nzalang Nacional face a tough test away from home against DR Congo and will need defensive solidity and efficiency in front of goal to secure a positive result in Kinshasa.
A key match to start the qualifiers
The opening match could help shape the group. With DR Congo and Equatorial Guinea joined by Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe, picking up points from the start will be crucial in a six-match qualifying campaign.
The schedule also includes a quick turnaround for Matchday Two on September 28, when Equatorial Guinea host Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe welcome DR Congo.
Africa Cup of Nations Qualification
The Must-Watch Matches in Matchday 1 of the AFCON 2027 Qualifiers
Match details
- Match: DR Congo vs Equatorial Guinea
- Competition: 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
- Date: September 24, 2026
- Time: 11:50 AM ET / 8:50 AM PT
