When will fans watch DR Congo vs Zambia friendly match?

MURCIA: Fans can look forward to an exciting clash this Tuesday, December 16, as DR Congo vs Zambia take to the field in an international friendly designed to fine-tune preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Both teams, already qualified for the tournament in Morocco, see this match as an important opportunity to assess tactics, test squad depth, and build match sharpness ahead of the continental showpiece.

The DR Congo vs Zambia fixture will see the Congolese side, under French coach Sébastien Desabre, gauging tactical balance and experimenting with combinations, while Zambia aim to improve physical conditioning and try different line-ups against strong opposition. Such encounters are expected to play a key role in final squad decisions as the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off later this month, running from December 21 to January 18.

The friendly will take place at the Pinatar Arena in Murcia, Spain, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 GMT, which is 16:00 local time in Kinshasa. Fans across Africa and beyond can follow DR Congo vs Zambia live on RTNC and CANAL+.

Historically, DR Congo vs Zambia matches have been tightly contested. Across 14 meetings, Zambia have won four times, DR Congo three, and seven matches ended in draws. Despite its friendly status, DR Congo vs Zambia promises competitive intensity as both sides look to enter AFCON 2025 in peak form.