World Cup 2026 / DRC: Espanyol de Barcelona Seizes FIFA!

Congolese midfielder Charles Pickel is being held by FECOFA, causing irritation for his coach at Espanyol, Manolo Gonzalez. The club has decided to report this issue to FIFA and plans to impose sanctions on Pickel. Meanwhile, his teammate Cédric Bakambu received permission to participate in an important match, highlighting a lack of coordination within the Congolese national team.