The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s U15 national team have arrived in Baku ahead of the FIFA U15 World Cup, which takes place in Azerbaijan from 22 to 30 October.
The tournament represents a major milestone for Congolese youth football, with the team set to make a historic first appearance under the national colours.
The young Leopards have been drawn in Group D, where they will face Brazil, El Salvador, Guinea-Bissau, Nepal and Tunisia. The varied line-up will provide a demanding test, exposing the squad to different footballing styles and some of the leading nations in their age group.
The Congolese delegation is now settling into its surroundings in Baku before the competition begins. Guided by the technical staff, the players are preparing to represent their country on the international stage with ambition and determination.
The tournament offers a significant platform for the next generation of Democratic Republic of the Congo players. The squad will aim to make the most of its first appearance at this level, defend the national colours with pride and help lay the foundations for the future of Congolese football.