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World Cup 2026 draw: worst-case scenarios for England, Scotland, USA and Australia

Before Friday’s event we also examine a possible overall group of death and where geopolitics could meet football

The Guardian - UK

How the best week of the football year surpassed all expectations

WORLD CUP 2026 : Scenes of celebration and anguish across the globe highlighted how the World Cup retains a special ‘magic’ - even as those emotions are being used by wider forces, writes Miguel Delaney

The Independent UK

Nigeria left to blame ‘voodoo’ after dramatic playoff defeat by DR Congo

DR Congo won a tense penalty shootout 4-3, leading Éric Chelle, the Nigeria manager, to allege ‘maraboutage’

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Ireland’s big moment is what World Cup qualifying is all about

Troy Parrott’s last-gasp goal and DR Congo’s triumph proved once again why the best soccer is almost never about the soccer

The Guardian - US

Nigeria coach alleges DR Congo ‘did some voodoo’ during penalty shoot-out defeat in World Cup qualifying

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle reportedly confronted the opposition coaching staff after DR Congo advanced to the intercontinental play-offs with a penalty shoot-out victory

The Independent UK

Nigeria head coach accuses DR Congo of using 'voodoo' during penalty shootout defeat

Eric Chelle confronted the opposition bench as the Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes ended

Evening Standard

Watch: Nigeria and Galatasaray dealt major injury worry as Eric Chelle explains Victor Osimhen substitution

Osimhen was replaced at half-time and watched on from the sidelines as Nigeria were beaten by DR Congo on penalties

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Victor Osimhen in tears as Nigeria lose World Cup play-off final on penalties

Super Eagles have failed to qualify for next summer’s World Cup

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs DR Congo live: Leopards keep World Cup dream alive with dramatic penalty shoot-out win

Nigeria 1-1 DR Congo (DR Congo win 4-3 on pens): Captain Chancel Mbemba was the hero again as he scored the winning penalty in the shoot-out to send the Leopards through

The Independent UK

Nigeria vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup play-off final result, latest updates and reaction after penalty shootout

Super Eagles see World Cup dream end in dramatic fashion

Evening Standard

How to watch Nigeria vs DR Congo: Free live streams for the final of Africa's World Cup qualifiers

The winners of dramatic semi-finals meet in Morocco – here's how to watch Nigeria vs DR Congo online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

FourFourTwo

Is Nigeria vs DR Congo on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup play-off

Nigeria defeated Gabon while DR Congo shocked Cameroon to set up the CAF play-off final

The Independent UK

How to watch Nigeria vs DR Congo FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup play-off final today

Super Eagles are on a three-game winning streak

Evening Standard

DR Congo and M23 sign Doha framework as groundwork for peace but key issues remain

Delegations from both sides said the document creates eight protocols that will be negotiated individually in the coming weeks.

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Evening Standard

Nigeria: Victor Osimhen could be set for new role in World Cup play-off final amid Wilfred Ndidi ban

Eric Chelle has a big decision to make after dropping William Troost-Ekong for Nigeria’s last two games

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs DR Congo: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Winners of play-off final will take one step closer to next year’s World Cup

Tom’s Guide

How to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo on FIFA+ — it's *FREE*

Here's how to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo from anywhere in the world as they face off in CAF Qualifier semi-final for a spot at the 2026 World Cup.

Evening Standard

Cameroon vs DR Congo LIVE: World Cup play-off result, latest updates and reaction as Leopards through to final

Place in play-off final up for grabs

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How to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo: Free live streams for World Cup qualifier semi-final

Nigeria or Gabon lie in wait for the winners – here's how to watch Cameroon vs DR Congo online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

The Independent UK

Is Cameroon vs DR Congo on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup play-off

Everything you need to know ahead of the decisive play-off

The Guardian - UK

Wissa club v country row looming as Howe avoids questions on Afcon availability

Eddie Howe declined to confirm whether he would be happy for Yoane Wissa to play for the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the Africa Cup of Nations

International Business Times

DR Congo Leader Urges Rwanda's Kagame To 'Make Peace' In Brussels Encounter

DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi made a personal appeal to Rwanda's Paul Kagame to stop supporting insurgents in DRC and work together for "peace", at a Brussels event attended by both leaders Thursday.

Radio France Internationale

Kabila death sentence deepens political and regional divides in DR Congo

The death sentence handed to former president Joseph Kabila has deepened political and regional divisions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, exposing the fragile balance between demands for justice and hopes for peace.

International Business Times

DR Congo Survivors Of IS-linked Massacre Say Army, Govt Let Them Down

Residents of Ntoyo, a village in DR Congo's perennially volatile east, were preparing for a funeral on Monday when a column of armed men emerged from the forest and slaughtered 71 people, burning some of them alive.

International Business Times

Victims Buried After IS-linked Attack In DR Congo

Some 25 civilians killed in eastern DR Congo were buried Wednesday, an AFP journalist witnessed, following an attack linked to the Islamic State group that left at least 71 dead earlier this week.

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