DR Congo vs Chile prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, June 9, 2026
On June 9, 2026, a friendly match between the national teams of DR Congo and Chile will take place. The nominal home side hopes to secure a victory.
DR Congo vs Chile: Team News and Expert Analysis
DR Congo finished second in their qualification group, then won against Cameroon in regular time and against Nigeria in extra time during the play-offs. In March, they completed their run by defeating Jamaica in the decisive intercontinental play-off. Before that, at the Africa Cup of Nations, they confidently advanced from the group but lost to Algeria due to a goal in extra time. Most recently, they held Denmark to a goalless draw in a friendly.
Chile have struggled for several cycles. In the most recent qualification, they hit rock bottom, finishing last in their group with eleven points. However, they have since mostly won their friendly matches, only losing 1-4 to New Zealand in a FIFA Series fixture. They also narrowly lost 1-2 to Portugal in their most recent outing.
The Africans average 1.2 goals scored per game, conceding just 0.3. Their South American opponents score 1.2 goals per match but concede 1.6 on average.
Previous Meetings: DR Congo vs Chile
The teams from different continents have never faced each other before.
This match is not expected to be particularly spectacular. The prediction is for "total goals under 2.5" (odds – 1.80).
DR Congo vs Chile: Key Statistics and Trends
- DR Congo have only won twice in regular time in their last six matches
- 20% of DR Congo's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 1.5
- Chile have won four of their last five games
- 50% of Chile's matches end with goals from both sides and the average total goals per match is 2.8
DR Congo vs Chile: Probable Starting Lineups
DR Congo play with a 1-5-3-2 formation (possible lineup): Mpasi - Masuaku, Kalulu, Kapuadi, Tuanzebe, Mbemba - Kayembe, Moutoussamy, Mukau - Wissa, Bakambu
Chile play with a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Viguru - Suazo, Maripan, Roman, Faundez - Osorio, Loyola, Pizarro, Gutierrez - Arce, Tapia
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's performance in the standings for international friendly matches.
