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Africa Cup of Nations · Attacker · #17 · Congo DR · 34 yrs
C. Bakambu is an attacker. C. Bakambu is a represents Congo DR, 34 years old, attacker. C. Bakambu wears shirt number 17. C. Bakambu was born in Ivry, France on 1991-04-11. C. Bakambu is 182 cm tall and weighs 73 kg. C. Bakambu's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Africa Cup of Nations, Copa del Rey, Friendlies, World Cup, and other leagues. C. Bakambu's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore C. Bakambu season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
Attacker · #17
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2026 |  Congo DR CGO |
| 2025 | Congo DR CGO |
| 2025 |  Real Betis BET |
| 2024 | Congo DR CGO |
| 2024 | Real Betis BET |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-29 | Free agent | Real Betis BET | — |
| 2024-02-01 | € 5M |  Galatasaray GAL | Real Betis BET |
| 2023-07-23 | € 700K |  Al Nasr NAS | Galatasaray GAL |
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Profile as Forward: balanced output without a single dominant trait. Archetype: Balanced contributor. Season rating 6.4.
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⚽️ Kick-off time: 12pm local/5pm BST/1am AEST⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Top scorers | Gallery | Mail inThe DRC make one change following the 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. Striker Cédric Bakambu makes way for an extra midfielder in Ngal’ayel Mukau. There are plenty of stars familiar to fans of British football in the team: Aaron Wan-Bissaka (West Ham), Axel Tuanzebe (Burnley), Noah Sadiki (Sunderland) and Yoane Wissa (Newcastle) start, while Aaron Tshibola (Kilmarnock) and Edo Kayembe (Watford) are on the bench.No surprises in the England starting XI. Especially if you’ve just read that communiqué from Jacob Steinberg. Thomas Tuchel makes three changes to his starting XI after the 2-0 win over Panama. Djed Spence replaces the injured Jarell Quansah at the problem position of right-back. Declan Rice returns at the expense of Morgan Rogers. And Noni Madueke starts on the right wing again, displacing his Arsenal colleague Bukayo Saka. Continue reading...
The Three Lions must conquer a fearless opponent ready to fight for their nation's ultimate glory, with the victor poised to permanently alter the landscape of the 2026 World Cup bracket. There is no room for a slip-up; survival is the only option. As England and DR Congo step into the unforgiving crucible of the Round of 32, the weight of history hangs heavily over the pitch. The Three Lions must conquer a fearless opponent ready to fight for their nation’s ultimate glory, with the victor poised to permanently alter the landscape of the 2026 World Cup bracket. The match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta brings together two teams arriving from very different paths. England finished top of Group L with seven points, while DR Congo reached the knockout stage as the highest-ranked third-place team, making this one of the most intriguing elimination matches of the tournament. England progressed from the group stage without producing completely dominant performances, but Thomas Tuchel’s side still found the results needed to finish first. The Three Lions defeated Croatia and Panama before securing a draw against Ghana, with their final group match seeing Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham step up to seal a 2-0 victory. The biggest positive has been the ability of its elite players to decide important moments. HarryKane became England’s all-time leading World Cup scorer, while Jude Bellingham continues to be one of the team’s most influential players in midfield. PosTeamPlayedW-D-LGDPtsStatus1.England32-1-0+47Advanced2.Croatia32-0-106Advanced3.Ghana31-1-104Advanced (Best 3rd)4.Panama30-0-3-40Eliminated Tuchel has also built an impressive competitive record since taking charge. The country has avoided defeat in Tuchel’s competitive matches, showing consistency even when the performances have not always convinced supporters. DR Congo arrives with historic momentum DR Congo enters the match carrying the confidence of a nation experiencing a special moment. The Leopards are competing in their first World Cup knockout stage after previously appearing at the tournament as Zaire in 1974 and exiting in the group phase. Their journey has been built on resilience. After holding Portugal to a 1-1 draw and suffering a narrow defeat against Colombia, DR Congo produced a memorable comeback victory against Uzbekistan, winning 3-1 to secure qualification. PosTeamPlayedW-D-LGDPtsStatus1.Colombia32-1-0+37Advanced2.Portugal31-2-0+55Advanced3.DR Congo31-1-1+14Advanced (Best 3rd)4.Uzbekistan30-0-3-90Eliminated Coach Sebastien Desabre has transformed the team into a disciplined and difficult opponent. The Leopards often rely on a defensive structure with five defenders and look to attack quickly through their talented forwards. What happens if England wins and DR Congo loses? An England victory would send the Three Lions into the Round of 16 to face Mexico. The result would keep Tuchel’s team alive in a difficult section of the tournament, where potential future opponents include some of the biggest names. Harry Kane #9 of England celebrates scoring a brace vs Croatia. England would remain on course for a possible deep run, but the path would become extremely demanding. A quarter-final meeting with Brazil and a potential semi-final clash against another elite contender could await if England continues progressing. The main challenge would be maintaining consistency. England has the individual quality to defeat any opponent, but the knockout stage punishes small mistakes. What happens if DR Congo wins and England loses? A DR Congo victory would become one of the greatest results in the nation’s soccer history. The Leopards would replace England in the Round of 16 and continue their remarkable first-ever knockout campaign. Cedric Bakambu #17 and Gedeon Kalulu #24 of Congo DR. The upset would completely change the tournament landscape. England’s elimination would remove one of the favourites from the bracket and open opportunities for other teams hoping to re
England face DR Congo, looking to secure their place in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup. Coming up against one of the tournament's strongest defenses, fans are keeping a close eye on Harry Kane's status, as he could once again be the difference-maker. England face DR Congo in the Round of 32. While Thomas Tuchel’s team are one of the tournament’s strongest attacking sides, Sébastien Desabre’s team have been one of the tournament’s best defensive teams. With this in mind, the match could be more competitive than expected, as both styles clash strongly. Because of this, fans are keeping a close eye on Harry Kane‘s status, as he could once again be crucial in front of goal. Harry Kane will start for England, as he has no injuries or suspensions. As the focal point of the team’s collective play, head coach Thomas Tuchel continues to consider him an undisputed starter. With three goals at the 2026 World Cup, he will be looking to reduce the gap to Lionel Messi in the race to become the tournament’s top scorer. In addition, he is key to creating space against DR Congo‘s solid defense through his attacking movement. Coupled with Kane, England will bet on Marcus Rashford and Noni Madueke on the wings, looking to widen the opposition’s defense. In attacking midfield, Jude Bellingham will also start after shining throughout the three group-stage matches. Moreover, the presence of Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson is key in midfield, as they can break the defense with their passing and stop counterattacks. DR Congo have managed to surprise everyone with their performances at the 2026 World Cup. Head coach Sébastien Desabre relies on a solid defensive line, leaving very little space for the opposition. However, they are also very efficient on the counterattack, led by Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Arthur Masuaku. In addition, Yoane Wissa and Cédric Bakambu can cause problems by dominating the opposition’s penalty area and scoring key goals. Harry Kane of England England confirmed lineup vs DR Congo As one of the tournament’s best teams, England come into the match as the clear favorites to defeat DR Congo. However, Thomas Tuchel has the significant absence of Reece James through injury. As a result, Djed Spende will play once again at right-back. In addition, Marcus Rashford will return to the starting lineup, having proven to be a difference-maker against defensive teams. Nevertheless, Harry Kane remains the team’s focal point. Considering this, England will lineup as follows: Jordan Pickford; Djed Spence, Ezri Konsa, Marc Guéhi, Nico O’Reilly; Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson; Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, Marcus Rashford; Harry Kane. DR Congo confirmed lineup vs England DR Congo managed to surprise everyone by qualifying for the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams. For the clash against England, head coach Sébastien Desabre will once again rely on a solid defense to close down space. However, the key to the match will be the full-backs, as they must be crucial in exploiting the space behind the opposition. In addition, Cipenga and Wissa need to be clinical in front of goal. With this in mind, DR Congo will play as follows: Lionel Mpasi; Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Chancel Mbemba, Axel Tuanzebe, Arthur Masuaku; Samuel Moutoussamy, Ngal’ayel Mukau, Nathanael Mbuku, Noah Sadiki; Brian Cipenga, Yoane Wissa.
With their World Cup dreams hanging by a thread, a single performance will dictate the final standings, offering both nations one last, desperate chance to grasp a historic triumph before the final whistle. It all comes down to this. As DR Congo and Uzbekistan face off in their Group K finale, both teams know their 2026 World Cup survival hinges on 90 crucial minutes. With their World Cup dreams hanging by a thread, a single performance will dictate the final standings, offering both nations one last, desperate chance to grasp a historic triumph before the final whistle. The Congolese earned a valuable 1-1 draw against Portugal in its opening match before suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat against Colombia, while Uzbekistan lost 3-1 to Colombia and then suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat against Portugal. It enters the final matchday with one point and everything to play for. Sebastien Desabre’s side showed impressive resilience against two of the strongest teams in Group K, especially in the opening match when it held Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal to a draw. Yoane Wissa became the national team’s hero in that match after scoring the equalizer, giving DR Congo its first-ever World Cup point. The forward remained the biggest attacking threat for the Leopards, alongside experienced striker Cedric Bakambu. PositionTeamW-D-LGDPTS1.Colombia2-0-0+362.Portugal1-1-0+543.DR Congo0-1-1-114.Uzbekistan0-0-2-70 On the other hand, Uzbekistan arrives at the match already facing elimination pressure after two difficult losses. The national team showed promise in its World Cup debut against Colombia, but could not maintain that level before Portugal exposed its defensive weaknesses in a 5-0 defeat. Fabio Cannavaro’s side had already made history by reaching its first-ever World Cup, but the final group match represented a chance to leave a positive impression. What happens if DR Congo wins and Uzbekistan loses? A DR Congo victory would completely change the Group K picture. The Leopards would move to four points and secure third place in the group, putting them in a strong position to advance to the knockout stage. The result would eliminate Uzbekistan from the tournament and leave DR Congo waiting for confirmation from the other groups. Under the expanded 2026 World Cup format, the eight best third-placed teams advance, meaning four points would give DR Congo a realistic chance of progressing. Yoane Wissa #20 of Congo DR celebrates scoring There would even be a little possibility of DR Congo finishing second if Portugal suffered a heavy defeat against Colombia and the goal difference swung dramatically. However, the most realistic outcome would be third place and a potential knockout qualification. For Portugal, a DR Congo win would create extra pressure. If Portugal lost to Colombia, both teams would finish on four points, although Portugal’s much stronger goal difference would likely protect Roberto Martínez’s side. What happens if DR Congo draws vs Uzbekistan? A draw would leave DR Congo on two points and Uzbekistan on one point. The Leopards would finish above Uzbekistan but would almost certainly miss out on qualification because two points are unlikely to be enough among the best third-place teams. For Uzbekistan, the result would confirm elimination at the bottom of Group K. The national team would finish its first World Cup appearance without a victory but with valuable experience gained against elite opponents. Chancel Mbemba of DR Congo. The draw would also help Portugal. A point shared between DR Congo and Uzbekistan would guarantee that Portugal advances to the knockout stage regardless of its own result against Colombia. For DR Congo, however, it would feel like a missed opportunity after competing so well against stronger opponents. The national team’s defensive discipline earned praise, but it needed a victory to turn strong performances into history. What happens if Uzbekistan wins and DR Congo loses? An Uzbekistan victory would create one
Colombia will be looking to get the ticket to the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup against DR Congo, with James Rodriguez's presence being a key point to reach that goal. Colombia is facing DR Congo on Tuesday, June 23rd, for Matchday 2 of Group K for the 2026 World Cup at the Guadalajara Stadium. With the chance to secure qualification to the round of 32 with a positive result, the presence of captain and star James Rodriguez turned into one of the major questions among fans. James Rodriguez has been included in the starting XI for the clash against DR Congo. After playing 72 minutes in the World Cup opener against Uzbekistan, the midfielder has had enough rest and took part in the training sessions, positioning him to be part of the main lineup for coach Nestor Lorenzo. The Cafeteros head to the game after a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in the first round, with Luis Diaz being the star for Colombia. On the other hand, DR Congo scratched a 1-1 draw against Portugal, positioning them as a tough opponent to play against. Already qualified after a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal sits at the top of the group with 4 points while Colombia, with one game in hand, sits second with 3. A positive result for the Cafeteros in Mexico would put the national team in a clash to claim first place of Group K for Matchday 3. James Rodriguez, Jhon Arias and players of Colombia applaud fans. James Rodriguez looking for two World Cup records with Colombia After an inconsistent tenure at MLS side Minnesota United, James Rodriguez has still reached his personal goal of being fit to be part of Colombia’s national team for the 2026 World Cup. While he turned into the Colombian player with the most editions played (3), drawing the records of Carlos Valderrama and Freddy Rincon, he is in place to claim two more records for himself. With James playing against DR Congo, he’ll reach 10 World Cup games, reaching the marks of Valderrama and Rincon once again, meaning that an eventual appearance against Portugal would make him claim the top spot. On the other hand, delivering one more assist would make Rodriguez reach Juan Guillermo Cuadrado’s mark of 5 assists in the World Cup, the most out of any Colombian player in history. Confirmed lineups for Colombia and DR Congo Colombia’s confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Claudio Vargas; Daniel Munoz, Davinson Sanchez, Jhon Lucumi, Johan Mojica; Jefferson Lerma, Gonzalo Puerta; Jhon Arias, James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz; Luis Javier Suarez.Head coach: Nestor Lorenzo. DR Congo’s confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Lionel Mpasi Nzau; Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Chancel Mbemba, Axel Tuanzebe, Steve Kapuadi, Arthur Masuaku; Ngal’ayel Mukau, Samuel Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe; Cedric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa.Head coach: Sebastian Desabre.
DR Congo have managed to surprise in the 2026 World Cup. By securing an important draw to Portugal, they can still dream of reaching the knockout stages. Moreover, they have escalated some positions in the FIFA Men’s World Ranking ahead of the match against Colombia. Democratic Republic of Congo have managed to deliver a solid impact in the 2026 World Cup. While they were expected to be left out in the group stage, they can still dream of reaching the knockout stages, as they secured a key draw against Portugal. After their impact, they have managed to climb some positions in the FIFA Men’s World Ranking ahead of their game against Colombia. According to the FIFA Men’s World Ranking, DR Congo are ranked 43rd with 1487.18 points. After their heroic draw against Portugal, they have climbed three spots in the ranking, surprising everyone. In recent years, they have managed to significantly improve their international standing compared to their 133rd position in October 2011. However, they have yet to match their highest-ever ranking, which was 28th in July–August 2017. Despite their upgrade in the FIFA ranking spots, DR Congo remain the second-lowest ranked national team in their group at the 2026 World Cup. Portugal currently hold the 7th spot with 1766.74 points. Colombia hold the 12th spot in the ranking with 1712.60 points. Finally, Uzbekistan rank as the lowest-ranked national team in the group, holding the 58th spot with 1432.84 points. After having surprised Portugal with their draw, DR Congo face a unique opportunity in their history to think about the knockout stages. Based on their play around two defensive blocks, they would look to complicate Colombia, closing down any possible goal-scoring chances. In addition, they could take advantage of their rival’s major defensive issues to break into space and look for crosses in order to win aerial duels. Aaron Wan-Bissaka of DR Congo interacts with teammates DR Congo could struggle against Colombia’s tough midfield DR Congo base their attacking play on efficient counterattacks and a strong aerial game. While Colombia have issues behind their full-backs, they may not find it easy to break through their midfield. Unlike Portugal, the Cafeteros have a midfield that is fairly balanced between defensive strength and attacking quality. Therefore, they may need a change in attacking strategy. To overcome Colombia’s midfield, DR Congo could rely on long passes, targeting Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Arthur Masuaku. If successful, they could launch effective counterattacks, looking for the aerial presence of Yoane Wissa and Cédric Bakambu. In addition, Edo Kayembe and Ngal’ayel Mukau could stay alert for any rebounds, aiming for long-range goals.
Stay with us throughout the evening as we bring you live updates, key moments, goals, and reaction from Portugal's World Cup opener against DR Congo. Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2026 World Cup campaign began with disappointment as the Democratic Republic of Congo battled to a deserved 1-1 draw, claiming its first World Cup point in 52 years after a determined display. While Portugal arrived as the clear favorite, the African nation refused to be intimidated and produced one of the opening round’s biggest surprises. The match could hardly have started better for Portugal. Joao Neves opened the scoring inside the opening six minutes, meeting a perfectly delivered cross from Pedro Neto with a precise header that left goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi with little chance. The early breakthrough appeared to settle Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, and the rest of the attacking unit looking ready to take control. Instead of collapsing after conceding, DR Congo responded with remarkable confidence. Yoane Wissa narrowly missed with an early effort before Cedric Bakambu also threatened as the Leopards gradually found belief against one of Europe’s strongest sides. Portugal still created opportunities through the creativity of Bruno Fernandes, whose excellent pass released Nuno Mendes, only for Mpasi to make an impressive save. Despite dominating possession, Portugal struggled to produce the cutting edge expected from a squad packed with attacking talent. Joao Neves #15 of Portugal celebrates after scoring Yoane Wissa makes history with Cristiano Ronaldo unable to leave own mark The reward for DR Congo‘s persistence arrived just before halftime. From a corner kick, Yoane Wissa escaped his marker and powered a header beyond Diogo Costa, scoring DR Congo’s first-ever FIFA World Cup goal and leveling the contest at 1-1. The equalizer represented far more than a goal. It was a historic moment for a nation making its first World Cup appearance since 1974, proving that disciplined defending and clinical finishing could trouble one of the tournament’s favorites despite enjoying only a small share of possession. A moment 52 years in the making 🙌Congo DR are back at the @FIFAWorldCup 🇨🇩 pic.twitter.com/SrPO9IAAUa— FIFA (@FIFAcom) June 17, 2026 Portugal attempted to increase the tempo after the break, introducing Francisco Conceiçao to provide fresh attacking energy. The substitute immediately became involved, while Joao Cancelo briefly believed he had restored Portugal’s lead before his effort was ruled out for offside. As the second half developed, Cristiano Ronaldo searched tirelessly for the decisive moment. The veteran forward finally received a dangerous pass inside the area but could not adjust his body quickly enough to steer the ball into the corner, leaving him still waiting for his first goal of a sixth FIFA World Cup appearance. Yoane Wissa #20 of Congo DR celebrates scoring Valuable point for both teams to build upon When the referee brought the match to an end, DR Congo celebrated a memorable 1-1 draw that felt like a victory, while Portugal was left reflecting on an opportunity missed. The result immediately improves on DR Congo’s difficult World Cup campaign more than five decades ago, when it lost all three matches without scoring. Portugal will expect to improve in its remaining Group K fixtures, particularly with Cristiano Ronaldo still leading the attack alongside an immensely talented squad. Meanwhile, Yoane Wissa’s historic equalizer will be remembered as one of the defining moments of the opening round, giving DR Congo genuine belief that qualification for the knockout stage is within reach.
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