DR Congo - Chile: Is the friendly match broadcast?

Author: Prudence AhanogbePublished on: June 8, 2026Country: DR Congo

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DR Congo - Chile: Is the friendly match broadcast?

DR Congo faces Chile on Tuesday (June 9, 2026) at the Stade de la Source in Orléans. Kickoff is at 8:00 PM French time (7:00 PM Kinshasa). The match is played behind closed doors and is not broadcast, except possibly on social media. This is the last preparation match before the 2026 World Cup, where DR Congo will face Portugal, Colombia, and Uzbekistan.

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