Yoane Wissa leads DR CongoYoane Wissa leads DR Congo to first World Cup knockout stage in history

Yoane Wissa scored twice to help the Democratic Republic of Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and qualify for the World Cup Round of 32 for the first time in their history on June 27 in Atlanta.

The team, which dedicated their victory to those suffering from a humanitarian crisis caused by war at home, will face England in the knockout stage.

This historic achievement marks a watershed moment for African football, with eight nations securing places in the Round of 32.