00:00Joy and emotion filled the streets of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo as fans celebrated the national team's
00:08historic qualification for the World Cup, the country's first in more than five decades.
00:13In a town where residents have endured months of instability and economic hardship, the victory offered a rare moment of
00:21relief and unity.
00:24We are already in Goma and we're under a lot of stress, but the Leprots have just helped us forget
00:30all that. We're so happy, you can tell that I've lost my voice with joy.
00:35For many supporters, the qualification is more than just a support in achievements. It's a historic milestone shared across generations.
00:47Today is truly a historic day. We're full of joy, as you can see. DRC's qualification after 52 years is
00:56historic because it's our parents who last saw us at the World Cup.
01:02But today we're part of a story that we'll tell our children. The Leprots secured the dramatic 1-0 victory
01:09over Jamaica in extra time during an intercontinental play-off in Mexico,
01:14selling their place on football's biggest stage. The achievement marks a long-awaited return, with the nation last appearing at
01:22the tournament in 1974 under the name Zaire.
01:25This is a special role. We'll be right back.
01:27Chair Of Music
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