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A fresh crisis has reportedly erupted in the DR Congo U23 camp after team captain Jules Ahoka refused to participate in training over an unresolved bonus dispute with the country’s football federation, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
The development comes barely 24 hours before DR Congo’s crucial first-leg encounter against Nigeria in the Olympic Games qualifying fixture.
The two countries are scheduled to meet at the TP Mazembe Stadium in Lubumbashi, with both sides targeting a positive result ahead of the return leg.
Ahoka’s decision to boycott training has reportedly raised concerns within the Congolese camp, as discussions continue between the players and the federation to resolve the financial disagreement.
Efforts are ongoing to settle the matter before Friday’s encounter against Nigeria, although it remains unclear whether an agreement will be reached in time for the match.
The reported crisis could prove to be a distraction for the Congolese side as they prepare for the important qualification fixture against the Olympic Eagles.
