The DR Congo national football team have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in 52 years, triggering extraordinary scenes of celebration across the country, Idman.Biz reports.
The historic achievement saw fans pour into the streets in large numbers, while President Felix Tshisekedi also joined the jubilant crowds in the capital, celebrating side by side with supporters. Images of the president surrounded by chanting fans quickly spread across global media, highlighting the emotional significance of the moment.
One of the most striking scenes came as supporters danced and ran through muddy streets, embracing the occasion with raw enthusiasm. The scale of the celebrations reflected not only the rarity of the achievement but also the pride attached to returning to the World Cup after more than half a century.
DR Congo’s qualification has been widely praised as fully deserved, particularly in a campaign where traditional African powerhouses such as Cameroon national football team and Nigeria national football team missed out on the tournament.
