DR Congo Defeats Jamaica 1-0 in Extra Time to Secure First World Cup Spot Since 1974

DR Congo has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1974 after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Jamaica in the intercontinental play-off final. The decisive goal came in the 10th minute of extra time, with Axel Tuanzebe netting the winner at Estadio AKRON. The victory ends a 52-year absence from the tournament for DR Congo, who will now join Portugal, Uzbekistan, and Colombia in the group stage.