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.

Yoane Wissa scored his second and third World Cup goals to lead his country DR Congo past Uzbekistan and advance to the knockout stage.

Uzbekistan's World Cup debut did not go to plan, with their defeat to DR Congo ensuring a winless group campaign for Fabio Cannavaro's side.

Cannavaro calls Uzbekistans World Cup exit brutal after three group losses; DR Congo progress adds context to Group K outcomes and future investment needs.

The African nation, who returned to the tournament after a 52-year absence, will now face England in the knockout stage.