U23 AFCON qualifiers: Guy Bukasa names 26 Leopards for clash against Nigeria

Author: Merveil WelloPublished on: November 7, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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U23 AFCON qualifiers: Guy Bukasa names 26 Leopards for clash against Nigeria

Coach Guy Bukasa has named a 26-player squad for the Democratic Republic of the Congo U23 Leopards ahead of their match against Nigeria in the U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The report announces the squad for the clash but the provided content does not include the players’ names or further match details.

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