DR Congo launched their campaign to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament Morocco with 1-0 victory against Guinea on Friday.

After several missed opportunities for the visitors, DR Congo scored what turned out to be the winner in the 27th minute courtesy of former Watford midfielder Edo Kayembe.

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.