Senegal v DR Congo: Confirmed line-ups for Africa Cup of Nations group stage clash

Senegal take on DR Congo this afternoon. Get all the team news here...

Senegal v DR Congo: Confirmed line-ups for Africa Cup of Nations group stage clash

Two former Africa Cup of Nations winners meet as Senegal take on DR Congo in Group D after both sides picked up victories on the opening day.

Senegal have lifted the trophy just once before while DR Congo have triumphed twice. Victory for either side would all but secure progress to the knockout phase.

Nicolas Jackson netted twice as Senegal ran out comfortable 3-0 winners over Botswana on matchday one while DR Congo, who made it to the 2026 World Cup intercontinental qualifier, beat Benin 1-0.

Read on to see how the two teams line up in Tangier.

Senegal team news

Senegal: Mendy; Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhate, Jakobs; I. Ndiaye, I. Gueye, P. Gueye, I. Sarr; Jackson, Mane

DR Congo team news

DR Congo: Mpasi; Wan-Bissaka, Mbemba, Tuanzebe, Masuaku; Moutoussamy, Sadiki, Kayembe; Bongonda, Bakambu, Mbuku

How to watch Senegal v DR Congo

Senegal versus DR Congo kicks off tomorrow at 3pm UK time. In the UK, live AFCON 2025 coverage is on Channel 4. In the USA, beIN Sports is the tournament broadcaster.

Online live streaming is available on a vast range of devices through Channel 4’s website and app and the beIN Sports app.