DR Congo faces Uzbekistan with key supporter missing

The Democratic Republic of Congo is competing against Uzbekistan in a critical match on June 28. The Congolese team is fighting for survival but will be without notable supporter Lumumba Vea, who could not obtain a visa for entry into the United States. Meanwhile, Michel Kuka Mboladinga has an appointment with the US embassy in Belgium next week, raising hopes he may be able to attend a potential round of 16 match. The team's ambassador expressed a desire for Vea to support them in his unique way.

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