The Democratic Republic of Congo has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 52 years. The team defeated Jamaica 1-0 in extra time to secure their spot in the finals. The decisive goal was scored by Burnley defender Axel Tuanzebe in the 100th minute, following up on a corner kick. This historic qualification caps off a dramatic campaign that saw the Congolese side eliminate African giants Nigeria and Cameroon. Team captain Cédric Bakambom expressed the team's joy and congratulated all Congolese people. The match ended in a 0-0 draw in regular time, with Congo dominating possession but facing a resilient Jamaican defense. This victory marks a return to the world stage for the Congolese team, which last appeared in the 1974 World Cup.
