DR Congo 1-0 Jamaica Highlights, FIFA World Qualification Inter-Confederation Final: Tuanzebe Takes Leopards Into WC

Where to watch the DR Congo vs Jamaica FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualification Inter-Confederation Final match?

The DR Congo vs Jamaica FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualification Inter-Confederation Final match will be not be broadcast in India. The live streaming of the match will be available on the FIFA+ mobile app and website.

Starting XIs Out

The first half has started with both teams approaching it cautiously rather than going in focusing on immediate chances.

Nathanael Mbuku gives an excellent cross to Cedric Bakambu, who subsequently shoots a header from the centre of the D to the centre of the goal but the attempt is blocked by Andre Blake.

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A headed effort from Ethan Pinnock, directed from the middle of the box, is comfortably gathered in the center of the goal by Lionel Mpasi. The chance was created by a delivery from Kasey Palmer.

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It's a big night for Jamaican football as a win in the match will book a seat for the Caribbean Island into the FIFA World Cup. A small Island known for producing world class athletes and cricketers will also have a representation in the most prestigious football tournament, if they qualify for it.

Leon Bailey unleashes a left-footed strike from outside the box, only to see it crash against the right post. The opportunity was set up by Bailey Cadamarteri.

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That's the half time whistle by the referee and both sets of players are heading to the locker rooms for the break. Both teams still haven't been able to made any inroads yet.

Legendary Jamaican singer, Bob Marley was an avid football fan and player. He often touted football as a spiritual exercise and an experience that helped his find himself and connect to god. He also played football in England in London's Battersea Park during his visits and was a fan of Tottenham Hotspur and player Ossie Ardiles.

Jamaican footballers have a long connection with English football and have represented England such as John Barnes, Raheem Stirling, Luther Blissett and Tyrone Mings.

The 2nd half of the crucial fixture is underway and both teams will be vying hard to get a lead in the match which could even end up being a deciding one as both teams are equally match and are toiling hard to not give an inch to the opponent.

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Another opportunity goes begging as Tyreece Campbell gives a cross to Leon Bailey, who converts it into a header from the centre of the box but the ball misses to the right.

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Jamaica: Ian Fray replaces Isaac Hayden.

Jamaica: Tyrese Hall replaces Bobby De Cordova-Reid.

Chance missed! Aaron Wan-Bissanka passed it to Edo Kayembe, who fired a left-footer from outside the box, which missed to the right of the post.

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The match moves into extra time and the score line still reads 0-0. Both teams are desperate to get that decisive lead but still haven't managed to do so. Extra 30 minutes will be added into the match to get a result as the statemate persists.

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Goal! Congo DR take a 1–0 lead over Jamaica as Axel Tuanzebe finishes from point-blank range, steering the ball into the center of the net after a corner kick.

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Cédric Bakambu from Congo, launches a left footed shot from a difficult angle, which went closer to the left post but missed it following a set piece situation.

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That's the final whistle and with it the extra time gets to an end. DR Congo have made it into the FIFA World Cup 2026 for the first-time since 1974, courtesy to Axel Tuanzebe's goal from point-blank range. Heartbreak for Jamaica as they gave it all but it wasn't meant to be for them.

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Alex Tuanzebe is a Congolese football player for who plays as a defender for DR Congo and Premier League club Burnley. After being born in Congo, Tuanzebe moved to England and played for the Three Lions at under-19, under-20 and under-21 levels, before opting to represent the DR Congo senior team in 2024.

Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year and Denzil Haroun Reserve Team Player of the Year awards.

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