Meet the Congo Star, Colombia's New World Cup Rival
DR Congo secured their spot in the 2026 World Cup. Bakambu, the team's star, has direct connections with Colombian footballers.
TL;DR
- DR Congo has secured a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Axel Tuanzebe scored the decisive goal in their 1-0 victory over Jamaica in extra time.
- This marks the country's return to a global tournament since the 1970s when it was known as Zaire.
- Cédric Bakambu, a prominent player for DR Congo and Real Betis, has connections with Colombian footballers.
- Bakambu plays alongside Juan Camilo Hernández ('Cucho') at Real Betis and previously played with Nelson Deossa in Spain.
- Bakambu has had a notable career, playing for clubs like Villarreal, Beijing Sinobo Guoan, Olympique de Marseille, Olympiacos, and Galatasaray.