Young Africans SC (Yanga) have confirmed that the club's Yanga Day celebrations will be highlighted by an international friendly match against Les Aigles du Congo (Samouraïs) from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. The match will form part of the climax of the celebrations, giving supporters an opportunity to watch their team ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Aigles du Congo are among the fastest-rising clubs in Congolese football after winning the Linafoot Premier League title in the 2024/25 season, their first major league crown since the club was founded in 2023. The team has continued to show strong competitiveness against established Congolese giants such as AS Vita Club and TP Mazembe.
The encounter will provide an important test for Yanga ahead of a demanding new season, especially after strengthening their squad and technical bench under new head coach Manqoba Mngqithi. For Aigles du Congo, the match offers an opportunity to measure themselves against one of East Africa's biggest clubs and gain valuable international experience.
