Congo has advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time by rallying to a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan

However, as Les Léopards play for a spot in the round of 32, their most famous fan, "Lumumba Vea," won't be in the stands.

Uzbekistan manager Fabio Cannavaro knows all about the beauty of the World Cup, having led Italy to success as captain, but after seeing his side lose all three ​games and exit the tournament, he reminded people of his warning about how brutal ‌it can be.

On one point, Congo held Portugal to a draw in its opener but then lost to Colombia, while Uzbekistan lost to Colombia and then Portugal. A DR Congo win would give the team four points and a shot at qualification for the round of 32 as a third-place finisher.

Goals and action filled Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) on Saturday as Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to advance to the knockout round in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 3-1 comeback win, giving Congo its first World Cup victory and sending it into a round of 32 matchup with England.

Congo's Yoane Wissa (20) celebrates scoring their third goal during the World Cup Group K soccer match between DR Congo and Uzbekistan in Atlanta, . (AP Photo/Jacob