- DR Congo quietly impressed at the 2026 World Cup — they advanced from Group K after drawing Portugal and beating Uzbekistan, then nearly upset England (led 1-0 before two late Harry Kane goals).
- Goalkeeper Lionel M'pasi and captain Chancel Mbemba anchored a resolute defense (M'pasi made big saves vs England and Colombia), which became one of the tournament's talking points.
- Forward Wissa finished as DR Congo's top scorer with three goals, and several stars will be fun to follow at club level next season (Wissa at Newcastle, Mbemba at Lille, M'pasi at Le Havre).
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