Colombia was beating on the door all night, and Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi-Nzau could only hold them off for so long.

Congo, a nation of 100 million people, is right this moment enjoying the greatest sporting moment in its history. 

Fifty two years ago, a defender named Mwepu Ilunga broke from a defensive wall and booted a Brazilian free kick down the pitch before the referee had blown his whistle. The clip became a punchline. For decades, supporters who knew nothing else about Zaire knew that single piece of footage, the African in the green…

Tuanzebe opens up about representing the Democratic Republic of Congo and his vision for the future of African football.

Here's what you need to know about DR Congo's famous win, a result that will linger long in the memories of those watching on, whether located in Atlanta or Lumbumbashi.

As DR Congo looked to pull off a major World Cup upset, its goalkeeper stepped up with some massive saves.