World Cup 2026: The Leopards' Return to Kinshasa Delayed to Sunday!

Author: Merveille WeloPublished on: April 3, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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World Cup 2026: The Leopards' Return to Kinshasa Delayed to Sunday!

The Leopards of the DRC will return to Kinshasa on Sunday instead of Saturday following their historic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Despite this 24-hour delay, the official program remains unchanged, with a celebration planned at the Stade des Martyrs. The government is calling for a general mobilization to welcome this team that has restored hope to the country after 52 years of waiting.

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