2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Desabre Justifies Extended Celebration of the Leopards

Following the DRC's qualification for the AFCON, Sébastien Desabre clarified the situation of players returning late to their clubs, asserting that he acted within FIFA regulations. He emphasized the emotional significance of this event for the Congolese people, noting that most clubs were understanding of the players' need to celebrate this qualification with their compatriots. Desabre thanked the clubs for their tolerance and prioritized national unity over scheduling demands.