DR Congo vs Senegal: Predictions Preview, Lineups, H2h for September 9, 2025

In the 8th round of the African World Cup qualifiers, DR Congo will face Senegal on Tuesday, 9 September, with kick-off at 18:00 Central European Time. Here’s a look at the expected scoring for both teams in this match.

DR Congo

DR Congo is performing well in the World Cup qualifiers, currently at the top of the group with 16 points, just one ahead of Senegal. They have an impressive goal difference of 11-3. At home, DR Congo has won all three matches without conceding a goal.

However, their recent performance in the African Nations Championship was less successful; they finished third in the group stage with two wins and two losses, missing out on the playoffs.

In past matches against Senegal at home, DR Congo has won once in 1968 but lost the last two encounters.

Senegal

Senegal is also doing well in the qualifiers, positioned second in the group with 15 points. They have a goal difference of 10-1, showcasing a strong defense and disciplined play. Their last seven matches have mostly been low-scoring.

On the road, Senegal has recorded one win and two draws in three matches, scoring only one goal during those games.

In recent encounters with DR Congo, Senegal has been dominant, winning four of the last five matches with one draw. Their previous qualifier match ended in a 1-1 draw.

Probable lineups

• DR Congo: Efongé, Mansanga, Lutaladio, Ntambwe, Kapanga, Kaembe, Mika, Kabvit, Amongo, Mubalu, Kitambala.
• Senegal: E. Mendy, Diatta, Niakate, Koulibaly, An. Mendy, Pape Gueye, Idrissa Gueye, Camara, Dia, Sarr, Mane.

Key facts and head-to-head

• DR Congo has won 8 of their last 10 matches.
• DR Congo has won 8 of their last 10 home games.
• Senegal is unbeaten in their last 7 matches.
• Senegal’s last 7 matches have all featured under 2.5 total goals.

DR Congo vs Senegal match prediction

The match between DR Congo and Senegal is expected to be cautious. DR Congo, as group leaders, could lose their top position with a defeat, while Senegal could overtake them with a victory. Both teams are likely to play conservatively. Given Senegal’s recent low-scoring trend, anticipate a tense match with few goals. A prediction for this match is under 2.5 total goals at odds of 1.47.