AFCON qualifiers: Wissa guides DR Congo to win, Tunisia held by Botswana

What the report says

Democratic Republic of the Congo extended their strong start to 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying with a 2-1 away win over Zimbabwe in Harare, according to Al Jazeera’s report based on AFP coverage. Newcastle United striker Yoane Wissa opened the scoring in the 30th minute after a goalkeeping error and later helped set up the second goal, as DRC moved to the top of Group E with six points from two matches.

Zimbabwe, returning to home international action after a long absence from the venue, improved after the break but only managed a late consolation through Marshall Munetsi. The result followed DRC’s earlier 2-0 win over Equatorial Guinea and added to a qualification run that has raised the team’s profile after its historic run to the last 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In another Group H match, Tunisia were held 2-2 at home by Botswana in Rades near Tunis. Tunisia led through Hazem Mastouri twice, but Botswana responded each time and equalised through substitute Lebogang Ditsele. The draw left Botswana level with Tunisia on points, with Botswana ahead on goals scored.

Al Jazeera also reported wins for Equatorial Guinea and Burkina Faso in other qualifiers, underlining how some teams are playing home matches at neutral venues because their stadiums do not meet international standards.