Algeria and DR Congo clash in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 today, January 6, 2026, at the Stade Prince Moulay Al Hassan in Rabat, Morocco. The match is scheduled to kick off at 17:00 local time (16:00 GMT).

Algeria, who won the title in 2019, aim to maintain their unbeaten record against DR Congo. Algeria have won three and drawn four of the seven previous meetings between the two sides. In their two previous AFCON encounters, Algeria have progressed from the group stages at the expense of DR Congo. The Desert Warriors also boast a clean sheet record in both of those AFCON meetings.

Algeria have demonstrated impressive form in the tournament so far, securing three victories in the group stage, scoring seven goals and conceding only one. DR Congo, finishing second in Group D behind Senegal on goal difference, also enter the round of 16 undefeated.

The match is poised to be a tightly contested affair. Algeria's coach, Vladimir Petkovic, expressed confidence in his team's readiness after their final group stage win. Meanwhile, DR Congo will be hoping Cédric Bakambu can unlock the Algerian defense.

For viewers in the UK, the game will be broadcast on 4Seven, with streaming available on the Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel and the Channel 4 website and app. In the USA, beIN Sports will broadcast the match, while various beIN Sports, Canal+, and SuperSport channels will cover the game in Africa.

The winner of this match will advance to the quarter-finals to face Nigeria.