World Cup 2026: Deprived of fans by Ebola, DR Congo's Leopards rely on their diaspora

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
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World Cup 2026: Deprived of fans by Ebola, DR Congo's Leopards rely on their diaspora

DR Congo's Leopards, qualifying for the 2026 World Cup for the first time in 50 years, are deprived of their fans due to Ebola restrictions. The Congolese diaspora in Houston and Dallas mobilizes to support them, recreating a festive atmosphere with flags, vuvuzelas, and dances. The team had to undergo a 21-day quarantine in Belgium before entering the United States.

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