DR Congo forward Yoane Wissa says he is ready to play anywhere for his country whenever duty calls, especially with the added responsibility of carrying the nation’s flag high.##NAJAVA_MECA_7845500##Wissa was among the star players Friday night as The Leopards produced a fine comeback against Guinea at Alassane Ouattara Stadium, winning 3-1.The Brentford FC striker stepped up in the second half to steer home a crucial penalty in the quarter final that secured DR Congo a place in the last four.”I like taking on these responsibilities, like all my teammates,” Wissa told CAF Online post game. “We are men and we want to carry our country’s flag to the highest level.”AFCON 2023: Old Leopard Mbemba and energetic Wissa break Naby Keita’s heart in AbidjanAsked about his role in the team, the 27 year old said: “I’m ready to play anywhere – attack, midfield, defense. When my country calls on me, I have to be there. “I’m so proud to be Congolese.”With their semifinal tie poised to attract either Mali or hosts Ivory Coast, Wissa added that DR Congo have no preferences as they seek to win their third AFCON title and first since 1974.AFCON 2023: Rejuvenated Elephants face stern Eagles test in Saturday’s quarter final”Whether its Mali or Ivory Coast we have no preference. They are two great footballing nations and we have to be ready for them,” he added.After reaching the last four with a vintage performance against Guinea, the Leopards appear to be peaking at the right time in their quest for continental glory.AFCON 2023 – QUARTER-FINALSFridayNigeria – Angola 1-0 (1-0)/Lookman 41/DR Congo – Guinea 3-1 (1-1)/Mbemba 27, Wissa 65 pen, Masuaku 82 – Bayo 20 pen/Saturday20:00: (3.30) Mali (3.10) Ivory Coast (2.35)23:00: (2.65) Cape Verde (3.05) S.Africa (2.90)***odds are subject to change***
