DR Congo celebrates historic World Cup goal amid Ebola outbreak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Democratic Republic of Congo marked its first World Cup point on June 17 with a draw against Portugal, celebrated by fans in Bunia, the Ebola outbreak's epicenter. Yoane Wissa scored the landmark goal, igniting joy in a region facing significant health and security challenges. While festivities sparked happiness, the ongoing Ebola crisis has resulted in hundreds of cases and deaths in the area. Despite limited access to TVs, many came together to witness the historic moment, which coach Sebastien Desabre highlighted as a proud representation of the country. The match provided a rare distraction from the province's instability and health concerns.
- •DR Congo draws with Portugal in World Cup match
- •Yoane Wissa scores country's first World Cup goal
- •Bunia residents celebrate amid ongoing Ebola outbreak
- •Many fans face challenges to watch match due to poor infrastructure
- •Ebola has affected over 800 individuals in the region
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Historic World Cup goal brings rare joy to DR Congo Ebola epicentre
"The Democratic Republic of Congo's first ever World Cup point on Wednesday gave their compatriots in Bunia, the epicentre of the Ebola outbreak, a rare chance to celebrate.That was certainly reflected in Bunia, the capital of Ituri Province in the northeast of the country, which has borne the brunt of the DR Congo's 17th outbreak of the haemorrhagic fever.
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