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AFRICA CUP 2015 QUALIFIERS
African Champions League 2014 - Limit on fans for Vita
Limit on fans for Vita's match against Zamalek in Kinshasa
15 May 2014
national league - Congo DR - stampede in Kinshasa, officials say
A stampede at a football match in the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa, officials say.
Reports say the trouble began after police fired tear gas in the crowded stadium, causing panic. At least 15 people have been killed and more than 20 people were injured. Local fans were unhappy after the home team, ASV Club, were defeated 1:0 by Tout Puissant Mazembe from Lubumbashi. Stampedes are a frequent occurrence at mass events in the country
12 May 2014
African Champions League 2014 - Katumbi wants European-style investment
He believes that such a boost in finances will also mean more African players staying to play on the continent. "We are trying to offer the best things that we have to our players - it's really tough in Africa to maintain a club," he said. "I think the day African players remain on the continent, then Africa can win the World Cup.
1 May 2014
African Champions League 2014 - DR Congo rivals drawn together
TP Mazemebe, runners-up in last year's Confederation Cup, and AS Vita Club are fierce rivals
30 Apr 2014
stars in Africa - Kidiaba to focus on DR Congo unity
DR Congo goalkeeper Robert Kidiaba believes his new role as a peace ambassador can help unite his country. "Being a peace ambassador is a daily struggle but we must support peace over hostility, especially among the young people." In his efforts to promote peace through football, Kidiaba can at least count on the support of TP Mazembe owner Moise Katumbi.
11 Apr 2014