DR Congo will face Guinea in their Group H opener of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) at the Stade des Martyrs on Friday.

DR Congo holds the upper hand in their head-to-head clashes, winning three of their last five encounters. Guinea, struggling in their recent matches, hasn’t won any of their last four meetings against Congo DR.

Given Congo DR’s solid home record, they are likely to emerge victorious. Congo DR has been dominant in recent clashes against Guinea, winning four of their last five meetings.

They will look to build on their strong home form and secure another win to strengthen their qualification bid.

DR Congo starting XI: Dimitry Bertaud, Arthur Masuaku, Henoc Inonga, Chancel Mbemba, Axel Tuanzebe, Charles Pickel, Samuel Moutoussamy, Yoane Wissa, Edo Kayembe, Théo Bongonda, Samuel Essende.

Guinea starting XI: Ibrahim Kone, Ibrahim Diakite, Mohamed Camara, Julian Jeanvier, Sekou Sylla, Abdoulaye Toure, Aguibou Camara. Mady Camara, Morlaye Sylla, Francois Kamano, Mohamed Bayo.