Villarreal forward Cedric Bakambu put up sterling performance has he inspired DR Congo 3:1 win in an AFCON 2019 group C qualifier at the Stade des Martys stadium.

The Leopards took the lead early in the 20th minute of the match courtesy of talisman Cedric Bakambu before Osmanlispor striker Thievy Bifouma scored to level the scores.

The 26 year old Bakambu was back to haunt their Sebastien Migne charges in the 56th minute when he completed his brace to send the home crowd into a frenzy.

Newcastle United defender Chancel Mbemba Mangulu put the scoreline beyond the reach of their neighbours when he completed the route to take the Florent Ibenge led charges to top of group C standings.