The Democratic Republic of Congo defeated Jamaica 1-0 after extra time in an intercontinental playoff. Burnley defender Axel Tuanzebe scored the decisive goal in the 100th minute, securing Congo’s first World Cup appearance in 52 years.
Congo will face Portugal, Colombia, and Uzbekistan in Group K at the finals. The Leopards’ dramatic qualification campaign included eliminating African powerhouses Nigeria and Cameroon before Tuesday’s victory in Mexico.
