DR Congo superfan denied US visa for World Cup match against Uzbekistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Michel Kuka Mboladinga will be absent from the Democratic Republic of Congo's crucial World Cup match against Uzbekistan on June 29 due to a visa denial. Mboladinga gained fame for his motionless tribute to Patrice Lumumba during games. Despite his recent delayed arrival in Mexico because of Ebola-related travel restrictions, the Congolese ambassador hopes Mboladinga will be granted a visa if the team advances. DRC must win this match to secure a spot in the knockout stage.
- •Mboladinga missed the June 29 match for a visa issue.
- •He is known for his tribute to Lumumba at DRC games.
- •The team must win to advance in the World Cup.
- •His arrival was previously delayed due to Ebola travel restrictions.
- •Congolese ambassador expresses hope for his possible future presence.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — DR Congo superfan denied US visa to support team at World Cup
"Michel Kuka Mboladinga is iconic for his motionless tribute at DRC games, but a US World Cup repeat has been denied.
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