Congolese footballer; defender for Burnley and DR Congo national team
Congo's national football team qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 victory over Jamaica in Guadalajara, thanks to Axel Tuanzebe's late goal. The win marks Congo's return to the tournament after a 52-year absence, amid ongoing conflict in its eastern region. The victory has united the nation and received praise from both government and rebels.