Kick-off: January 6, 2026, at 18:00.

In the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, a match between Algeria and DR Congo will take place at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. The national teams have faced each other five times, including two meetings at the continental championship group stage. In 1988, Algeria defeated its opponent 1-0 in Casablanca. In 2000, the teams were unable to determine a winner in Kumasi, finishing in a 0-0 draw. The upcoming playoff match will be an important test for both sides in the battle for a place in the next round of the tournament.

Algeria, under the guidance of Vladimir Petković, along with Senegal, became the only participant in the group stage to post a perfect record. In Group E, it defeated Sudan 3-0, Burkina Faso 1-0, and Equatorial Guinea 3-1. Midfielder Riyad Mahrez scored three goals, while Ibrahim Maza added two goals and one assist. It is worth noting that in four of the previous six editions of the tournament, Algeria failed to get past the group stage. Now the national team is in excellent form and is determined to make amends to its supporters for past setbacks.

Watch the match Algeria — DR Congo online on 06.01.2026 on MEGOGO.

DR Congo finished in second place in Group D, collecting seven points from three matches. It earned points in games against Botswana, 3-0, Benin, 1-0, and Senegal, 1-1. Midfielder Gaël Kakuta recorded three goal contributions in these matches, becoming one of his team’s leaders. Previously, the Congolese side was eliminated at the Round of 16 only at the 2019 tournament, when it lost to Madagascar in Alexandria after a 2-2 draw and a 2-4 penalty shootout defeat. At present, the national team is unbeaten in eight consecutive matches.

Watch the live broadcast of the match Algeria — DR Congo online on 06.01.2026 on MEGOGO.