DR Congo and Uzbekistan meet in a World Cup group match on Saturday.
Congo will push for a win that maintains their tournament hopes alive.
Uzbekistan’s coach Fabio Cannavaro, who still lacks a World Cup win, wants the result to kick off a new era for his side.
Fans in both countries are buzzing.
Media outlets such as CBS News, Yahoo Sports, Reuters and Sports Illustrated have published predicted line‑ups and team news.
The game is seen as a crucial test for both teams as the competition moves forward.