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Group K · World Cup 2026

DR Congo World Cup 2026 XI Builder

Start from the full World Cup player pool, filter to DR Congo, build your XI, and share the lineup as an image.

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Who DR Congo plays in the World Cup 2026 group stage. Tap any rival to open their XI builder.

26 DR Congo players currently in the World Cup 2026 pool. Build your own DR Congo XI from the full squad.

Lionel Mpasi

Timothy Fayulu

Matthieu Epolo

Chancel Mbemba

Arthur Masuaku

Gédéon Kalulu

Joris Kayembe

Dylan Batubinsika

Axel Tuanzebe

Aaron Wan-Bissaka

Steve Kapuadi

Elia Meschak

Samuel Moutoussamy

Edo Kayembe

Charles Pickel

Gaël Kakuta

Noah Sadiki

Nathanaël Mbuku

Aaron Tshibola

Ngal'ayel Mukau

Brian Cipenga

Cédric Bakambu

Theo Bongonda

Fiston Mayele

Yoane Wissa

Simon Banza

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Football history: DR Congo's first World Cup since 1974, when they appeared as Zaire — the first sub-Saharan African nation to qualify. The Leopards reached the AFCON semi-finals in 2024 under Sébastien Desabre. A squad of Ligue 1 and Premier League regulars with a strong defensive spine.
Current coach: Sébastien Desabre (since 2023)
Key player to watch: Cédric Bakambu — Real Betis striker, the team's longest-serving forward.
Best World Cup result: Group stage — 1974 (West Germany, as Zaire)

Where does DR Congo play at the 2026 World Cup?: DR Congo is in Group K for the 2026 World Cup, hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Use the XI builder above to assemble your projected DR Congo starting eleven.
Can I build my own DR Congo World Cup squad?: Yes — the Golazo XI builder lets you pick any 11 from the full DR Congo pool, set a formation, and share an image of your lineup. No sign-up required.
Is the DR Congo squad final?: The pool reflects the current player data we have on file and is updated as call-ups and form change in the run-up to the tournament. You can always re-pick your XI as the official squad is announced.