DRC, FC Barcelona Ink 4-year Deal to Promote Sport and Peace

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is proud to announce a landmark four-year strategic partnership with the legendary FC Barcelona, aimed at promoting sport, peace, and cultural pride across the nation.

This collaboration will bring the world-renowned Barça Academies system to the heart of the DRC, creating new opportunities for young Congolese athletes to access high-quality training in football, basketball, handball, futsal, and roller hockey.

Through inclusive camps and clinics, thousands of children will benefit from a structured sports development program rooted in the values of teamwork, respect, and excellence that define FC Barcelona’s global model.

In addition to nurturing young talent, the partnership will focus on empowering Congolese coaches and sports professionals.

The Barça Innovation Hub (BIHUB) will provide advanced training and education programs to elevate local expertise in technical skills, youth sports organization, sports science, and event management—helping build a sustainable sports ecosystem in the DRC.

Highlighting this special bond, all FC Barcelona professional teams will proudly wear the emblem “R.D. Congo – Coeur d’Afrique” on their training shirts for the next four seasons.

This gesture symbolizes the DRC’s place in the global sporting community and celebrates the nation’s rich cultural and athletic heritage.

Moreover, the new Spotify Camp Nou facilities will feature the “House of the DRC,” an immersive cultural and sports exhibition that will showcase the diversity and vibrancy of Congolese traditions to millions of visitors and FC Barcelona supporters worldwide.

This initiative will serve as a bridge connecting the DRC to global audiences and strengthening international ties.

For the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo, this partnership is a historic milestone — one that promises to inspire youth, promote peace, and celebrate the country’s talents on a global stage through the universal language of sport.