DRC and Denmark Draw 0-0 in World Cup 2026 Preparatory Friendly

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Denmark played to a goalless draw in a friendly match held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Liège, Belgium. This encounter served as a significant step in the Congolese "Léopards" preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup finals.

Both teams displayed a balanced game during the first half, creating dangerous opportunities at either end. However, their attacks failed to find the back of the net. Early in the match, Danish player P. Dorgu's shot was blocked by DRC's C. Mbemba in the 6th minute. Five minutes later, A. Daghim's attempt from outside the box was also blocked, this time by S. Kapuadi, indicating initial hesitation from the Congolese side before they regrouped.

The second half saw substitutions for the DRC, with A. Masuaku replaced by J. Kayembe and E. Kayembe by N. Sadiki. Cedric Bakambu missed a prime scoring opportunity inside the penalty area, hitting the ball directly at the goalkeeper when the crowd anticipated a goal. Bakambu was later substituted in the 70th minute for S. Banza, alongside substitutions for N. Mukau and C. Pickel. While the game became more dynamic, it ultimately ended without any goals.

The final score remained 0-0, reflecting a tightly contested match where neither team could secure a breakthrough. The result highlights the defensive solidity of both sides during the encounter.