The footballer Aimé Gueric, a member of the Les Guêpiers du Lac club from Kinshasa, died during a local league match. Medical staff reported that the cause of death is linked to an African tradition practiced in the area. The incident has shocked the country's football community and raised concerns among fans. No further details have been released about the exact nature of the tradition, but investigations have been called for to ensure player safety. The player's family is receiving support from the club and the national federation.