Current Group B Context
In the CAF 2026 World Cup qualifiers, DR Congo sits on 16 points after an agonizing 3-2 defeat to Senegal. The Lions of Teranga lead Group B with 18 points, while Sudan is on 12. Each team has two matches left in October 2025.
Remaining Fixtures
- DR Congo: away vs Togo, home vs Sudan
- Senegal: vs South Sudan and vs Mauritania
Scenario X: Senegal Drops Points
If Senegal draws or loses one game, DR Congo can overtake them by winning both of their own (22 points vs 18 or 19). That would mean direct World Cup qualification for the Leopards.
Scenario Y: Both Teams Win Out
If Senegal wins both (24 points), they remain group winners. Even with 22 points, DR Congo would finish second and depend on the CAF play-offs by being among the best runners-up across Africa.
Scenario Z: DR Congo Stumbles
If DR Congo drops points, finishing on 17 or 18, they risk being overtaken by Sudan and would need goal difference or runner-up standings to survive.
Bottom Line
The qualification scenarios are clear: DR Congo must win both October matches to keep control. Otherwise, their hopes hinge on Senegal slipping or a favorable ranking among CAF’s best second-place teams.