FIFA World Cup 2026
DR Congo at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a vast Central African state straddling the Congo Basin and the Great Lakes, extraordinarily rich in minerals and biodiversity, with Kinshasa as its capital on the Congo River.
DR Congo have never lifted the trophy, but their best run is as World Cup group-stage regulars (1974) across 1 World Cup appearance. All-time, Shabani Nonda leads DR Congo's senior men's scoring list with 9 goals.
At World Cup 2026, DR Congo line up in Group K as CAF representatives from Africa. Group-stage fixtures against Portugal, Colombia and Uzbekistan open a competitive first-round schedule.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Kinshasa
- Continent
- Africa
- Federation
- CAF (Africa)
- Group
- K
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #56
- World Cup titles
- 0
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1960
- Population
- 105,980,000
- Languages
- French (official); Lingala, Kikongo, Swahili and Tshiluba national languages
- Currency
- Congolese franc (CDF)
- Area
- 2,344,858 km²
- Highest point
- Mount Stanley (5,109 m)
- Climate
- Equatorial humid lowlands; milder highlands
- Land borders
- Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
Football facts
- Appearances
- 1
- Best result
- Group stage (1974)
- Debut
- 1974
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: blue
World Cup history
1 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 1974 | Group stage |
Frequently asked questions
- Has DR Congo ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- No. DR Congo have not won the men's World Cup; their best finish is World Cup group-stage regulars (1974).
- Which group is DR Congo in at World Cup 2026?
- DR Congo are in Group K. Group opponents include Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan.
- What is the capital of DR Congo?
- The capital city is Kinshasa.
- Which FIFA confederation does DR Congo belong to?
- DR Congo compete under CAF (Africa).
- How many World Cups has DR Congo played before 2026?
- DR Congo had appeared in 1 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is DR Congo's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Shabani Nonda leads DR Congo's senior men's national team with 9 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.