Michel Kuka Mboladinga, known for his motionless tribute as “Lumumba Vea,” confirms he is denied a US visa for the World Cup. He misses DR Congo’s Group K match against Uzbekistan, which takes place at the group stage. Multiple outlets report this is his second absence from the tournament, and that his inability to travel is linked to the visa denial and earlier travel restrictions. The sources describe him as an iconic presence at DR Congo matches, including his distinctive still-standing celebration honoring Patrice Lumumba. While he is unable to attend the Uzbekistan game, DR Congo plays the match without him and secures a 3–1 win, advancing to the Round of 32 for the first time, according to the Times of India. Channel NewsAsia and Al Jazeera similarly report the visa denial and note his role and reputation as a superfan, though they provide limited additional match detail. The reports collectively attribute his absence to the US visa denial.