DR Congo executed their game plan to perfection as they defeated Botswana 3:0 on 30 December, sealing qualification from Group D with a performance rooted in tactical discipline.
From kickoff, DR Congo pressed high, forcing Botswana into hurried decisions and limiting their ability to build through midfield. The breakthrough came from a coordinated attacking movement, with DR Congo exploiting space between the lines to open the scoring midway through the first half.
Confidence grew after the opener. A penalty before halftime doubled the advantage, rewarding sustained pressure and aggressive positioning in advanced areas. Botswana struggled to adjust, and DR Congo capitalised again in the second half, adding a third goal that reflected their numerical superiority in transition.
Defensively, DR Congo remained compact, cutting off passing lanes and preventing Botswana from generating meaningful chances. It was a performance defined not by individual brilliance, but by collective execution.
Key point: DR Congo won this match with organisation, spacing, and discipline textbook tournament football.
