The Democratic Republic of the Congo eased to a 3-0 victory over Botswana in their CAF Africa Cup of Nations group stage match on December 31, 2025. The Leopards secured a comfortable win to boost their goal difference significantly and take control of their qualification destiny. DR Congo scored three unanswered goals, with the first coming from a close-range finish after a defensive error. They added two more in the second half through a header from a corner and a neat finish after a flowing team move. Botswana struggled to create meaningful chances and rarely threatened the Congolese goal. The result meant DR Congo needed only a point from their final group game to advance, while Botswana were eliminated from the tournament. The DR Congo manager was pleased with the professional performance, and the Botswana coach thanked his players for their effort in a difficult campaign.