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DR Congo vs. Guinea: Score and Reaction from CHAN 2016 Semi-Final

DR Congo became the first team to qualify for the final of the 2016 African Nations Championship, beating Guinea on penalties during Wednesday's semi-final action. Mechak Elia scored the winning penalty after the match had ended 0-0 in regulation and 1-1 after extra time.

Jonathan Bolingi gave the Leopards the lead with a diving header during the first half of extra time, but Ibrahima Sory Sankhon tied things up in the dying seconds to force a penalty shootout.

Ley Matampi made crucial saves for DR Congo throughout the match and came up big in the shootout, saving the deciding kick to send his team to the final.