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‘There are holes in England’: DR Congo ready to produce World Cup shock
Former DRC defender Gabriel Zakuani is better placed than most to have a view on Wednesday’s game, and feels it won’t be as straightforward as some think
TL;DR
- Gabriel Zakuani opted out of co-commentating on the DR Congo vs. England World Cup match to avoid emotional bias.
- Zakuani believes DR Congo's athleticism and defensive solidity can exploit perceived weaknesses in the England team.
- He identified stopping Jude Bellingham as crucial for DR Congo's success against England.
- Zakuani has been actively involved in scouting and recruiting players from the Congolese diaspora for the national squad.
- DR Congo qualified for the World Cup through a challenging playoff route, which Zakuani believes has prepared them for pressure.
- Several players in the DR Congo squad, including Yoane Wissa and Axel Tuanzebe, have connections to England.
- Aaron Wan-Bissaka's decision to play for DR Congo was influenced by his previous lack of opportunity with the England setup.
- Zakuani expressed confidence in DR Congo's ability to achieve an upset, emphasizing the team's unity and belief.