How to watch today's DR Congo vs Benin AFCON 2025 game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Here is where to find Congo vs Benin live as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game live today. 

DR Congo host Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations Group D opener at Stade Alassane Djoudjob in Abidjan on Tuesday, as the Leopards seek a strong start against the resilient Squirrels. 

DR Congo arrives with momentum from three consecutive friendly wins without conceding, showcasing defensive solidity ahead of their tournament campaign. Benin recently suggested back-to-back defeats but will aim to frustrate with organization.

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Congo vs Benin kick-off time

Africa Cup of Nations - Grp. D

Al Barid

Team news & squads

DR Congo Latest News

Sébastien Desabre has selected an expansive 26-player group, with particularly strong options in attack thanks to the presence of Cédric Bakambu, Théo Bongonda, Samuel Essende and Simon Banza, giving his side plenty of firepower in advanced areas.

Benin Latest News

For Benin, Gernot Rohr is working with a thinner squad, notably at the back, which has encouraged his team to adopt a more proactive and attack-minded approach rather than sitting deep.

Form

Head-to-Head Record

COD

Last 2 matches

BEN

1

Win

1

Draw

0

Wins

• DR Congo

  2

  -

  0

  Benin

• Benin

  1

  -

  1

  DR Congo

3

Goals scored

1

Games over 2.5 goals

0/2

Both teams scored

1/2

Standings

Useful links

• AFCON news
• Benin team page
• DR Congo team page
• Soccer on TV in the US