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Who Is DR Congo's 'Statue Man' Known As Lumumba Vea?
- DR Congo opened the World Cup with a surprising 1-1 draw against Portugal (Cristiano Ronaldo).
- Iconic fan Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, known as "Lumumba Vea," missed that game due to health and travel issues but is expected at Tuesday's match vs. Colombia in Guadalajara.
- His trademark motionless, arm-raised stance is an homage to independence leader Patrice Lumumba, echoing the memorial statue and making for a striking, conversation-starting image.
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