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Congo rallies to a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan to seal place in the World Cup knockouts
By James Robson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 28, 2026
· 3 min read
For 52 years, Congo's standout World Cup memory was a humiliating 9-0 rout at the hands of Yugoslavia in its only other appearance on soccer's biggest stage. Not anymore. Not after a new generation of players made history by advancing to the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time and ...
Key takeaway Congo's previous appearance was when it competed as Zaire in 1974 and lost all three games, including the rout by Yugoslavia.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's diverse community, with a significant African population, is likely to be abuzz with excitement over Congo's historic World Cup win. The city's soccer fans, who have been following the tournament at local watch parties and gatherings, will be eager to see how Congo fares against England in the knockout stage. This milestone achievement may also spark renewed interest in local soccer programs, particularly those serving African and international communities in San Antonio. As the city continues to grow and diversify, events like this can help foster a sense of global connection and community pride. With Congo's victory, San Antonio's residents from African backgrounds may feel a stronger sense of representation and celebration, highlighting the city's cultural richness and cosmopolitan spirit. The upcoming match against England will undoubtedly be a major topic of conversation in San Antonio's soccer circles, with many locals rooting for the underdog Congolese team.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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