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Sport2026-07-02 07:35:00

After being eliminated by England, Congo coach learns of father's death "live" in conference call

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After being eliminated by England, Congo coach learns of father's death
Congo coach learns of father's death "live" in conference

A serious event has shaken the atmosphere of the 2026 World Cup, leaving even the sporting emotions in the shade.

The coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sébastien Desabre, experienced two heavy blows in a few minutes: the elimination of his team by England with a score of 2-1 in the round of 16 of the tournament and the loss of his father.

After the match, where Harry Kane's goal secured England's qualification, Desabre appeared at the press conference. Only at the end of it was he informed by the Congolese Football Federation of his father's death.

According to Foot Mercato's report, the news was communicated in the presence of journalists and cameras, in a moment that the French media has described as chilling and surreal.

The tragedy comes at the end of a historic journey for the Democratic Republic of Congo, which had returned to a World Cup finals after 52 years. Foot Mercato has also published footage of the moment the coach learned the bitter news.

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