DR Congo's Minister Dares Ronaldo: You'll Cry in Front of Us
6 April 2026
Road to the World Cup: Congo's Long-Awaited Qualification
The Democratic Republic of Congo's squad finally qualified for the World Cup finals after a long, 52-year wait.
They were drawn into Group 11 with Portugal, Uzbekistan and Colombia.
Fans gathered yesterday at the People's Palace Square and celebrated with Minister Bodimbo, toasting Congo's 2026 World Cup.
Bodimbo said, in remarks reported by Africa Top Sports, that qualifying was not easy; we fought hard.
He urged national unity behind the team and not merely to compete.
In their first match of 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo will have to cry.
Punchline: If Congo keeps this pace, Ronaldo will cry; and if they go far, sunglasses may be needed.
