Denmark and DR Congo played out a 0-0 in Liege in the International Friendly Games, with both sides creating enough drama for a scoreline that never budged. The hosts saw three efforts hit the woodwork, while the visitors found their accuracy late. It was a useful tune-up for both national teams, and a reminder that friendlies can still be stubborn. Sofascore had all the live stats, heatmaps and Sofascore Ratings tracking that story in detail.

Denmark controlled more of the ball and territory, DR Congo owned more of the duels and the cleanest looks. In a stadium that has seen its share of noise, the frame of the goal got more attention than the net.

How the game played out

Denmark had 57% possession, 12 shots and 22 touches in the box, but just three shots on target. DR Congo were more selective and edged shots on target 4-3 despite taking only eight attempts overall. The home side’s crossing was the glaring issue, completing just 1 of 17, which blunted promising moves after patient build-up and 600 total passes. Three efforts rattled the frame for Denmark, with Christian Eriksen, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Joakim Mæhle all striking the woodwork. Big chances finished level at 1-1, with Adam Daghim missing Denmark’s best opening and Simon Banza passing up DR Congo’s. Corner kicks were split at 4-4, and fouls were relatively light at 9-7 to Denmark. Lothar D’hondt booked Mæhle on 42 minutes and added three minutes of stoppage time in the second half. For a friendly, the tempo stayed honest.

DR Congo’s 5-3-2 shape soaked up pressure, then threatened in fewer but sharper phases. Denmark’s 4-3-3 moved the ball well and reached the final third 72 times to 48, yet the final delivery rarely matched the approach play. The visitors won 55% of all duels and completed 11 of 17 dribbles, a clear edge over Denmark’s 2 of 5. Clearances told a similar tale, 19 for DR Congo to Denmark’s 15, with blocks arriving at key moments. The home side did win more tackles, 12 to 8, and more interceptions, 12 to 10, which kept counters in check. In the end, control met resilience, and neither blinked.

Standout performers and Sofascore Ratings

Lionel Mpasi Nzau was DR Congo’s standout with a Sofascore Rating of 8.0, making three saves, one high claim and dealing calmly with Denmark’s aerial traffic. He got help from an organized back line, where Chancel Mbemba posted a 7.4 with strong defensive actions and Steve Kapuadi added seven clearances in a 7.1 showing. Axel Tuanzebe was tidy on the ball and aggressive in front of his box, finishing at 7.2. Yoane Wissa offered the biggest outlet upfield, creating three key passes and completing the most dribbles among attackers for a 7.4.

For Denmark, Filip Jørgensen matched the tone in goal with a 7.7 after four saves, three from inside the box. Oliver Provstgaard impressed before an injury-enforced exit on 81 minutes, earning a 7.3 with solid passing and clearances. Andreas Christensen’s 7.2 reflected a near-flawless passing display, while Mathias Jensen contributed ball progression and a 7.1 in midfield. Eriksen and Højbjerg both struck the woodwork and registered a shot on target each, though their Sofascore Ratings of 6.5 and 6.9 showed how close they were to bigger numbers. Rasmus Højlund worked hard off the ball, logging a shot on target and a key pass in a 6.9.