When the Stands Steal the Spotlight: Congo Flair Sparks AFCON Quarterfinal Buzz
9 January 2026
Match Highlights
The Morocco vs Cameroon Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal produced a striking moment in the stands at the Mohammed V Stadium in Rabat.
The match drew a huge crowd supporting the Moroccan side as they sought a path to the semi-finals and a chance to reclaim the continental crown last won in 1976.
Fan Moment and Aftermath
Some Moroccan fans in the stands raised a photo of the famous Congolese supporter Michel Moboladinga which drew attention at the tournament.
The Congolese supporter wore a suit in his country's colors and stood in the stands like a statue to back the DR Congo, mimicking a political leader's pose.
The fan, nicknamed 'Lumumba', attracted heavy media attention in recent days after his somber reaction following Congo DR's exit to Algeria in the Round of 16.
observers noted the incident came after controversy surrounding Algeria's Mohamed Amine Amoura, who celebrated qualifying for the Desert Warriors with a mimicry of the fan's celebration, which some took as ridicule.
Punchline 1: If football had a runway, that suit would win.
Punchline 2: And the crowd's reaction was louder than any whistle.
