DR Congo – Botswana: final group game, opposite agendas 
Group D is wrapping up and this one’s clear-cut on the table. DR Congo are already through; Botswana are already out. Tuesday at Al Barid, two teams with very different reasons to play.
DR Congo: finish the job before the knockouts 
Solid and consistent from the off, the Congolese side did what was needed to seal qualification without drama. A controlled win over Benin in the opener, then a shared point with Senegal got Sébastien Desabre’s men to their first target.
More than the results, it’s the Leopards’ steadiness that stands out. Well organised, hard to unpick and able to make the most of their stronger spells, they’ve shown a reassuring face ahead of the knockouts.
This final group outing should be about tightening patterns, protecting key players and, if possible, nabbing top spot. Manage the squad smartly — but don’t drop the performance demands.
Botswana: salvage pride and gain experience 
This AFCON has been harsh on Botswana. Thrown into a tough group, the tournament newcomers were quickly shown what continental elite football looks like. Humiliated by Senegal, then edged by Benin, the Zebras saw their hopes die early.
Already eliminated before this third match, they’ve got nothing to lose. The mission now is symbolic: offer a better performance, stand firmer and, why not, nick a shock against a supposedly stronger side on paper.
It’s also a useful lab for the coaches — minutes for fringe players and a chance to prepare for the next steps on the continental stage.
Probable lineups
Botswana : Phoko, Velaphi, Gaolaolwe, Ditlhokwe, Johnson, Ditsele, Mohutsiwa, Ratshukudu, Orebonye, Seakanyeng, Kebatho
DR Congo : M’Pasi, Kayembe, Tuanzebe, Mbemba, Wan-Bissaka, Moutoussamy, Sadiki, Mukau, Elia, Bongonda, Bakambu
Key points
- DR Congo are already qualified for the knockout stage.
- Botswana have no sporting stakes in this match.
- The Leopards can still go for top spot in the group.
- A useful game to tweak the last details before the round of 16.
Football Prediction DR Congo vs Botswana
DR Congo to win by at least two goals
The gap in quality, confidence and experience looks too big to expect anything else. Sober rather than flashy, DR Congo should control the match and see off a brave but limited Botswana.
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