Congolese supporters look back on the Republic of the Congo’s national team, the Leopards, following a historic World Cup appearance. The team qualifies for the tournament for the first time in more than 50 years, drawing broad public attention and unity among fans in the lead-up to and during the competition. Both outlets report that, despite ending their campaign with a defeat to England, the Leopards’ World Cup run is widely viewed positively by supporters. The accounts emphasize that the achievement of returning to the World Cup after decades carries significance beyond individual match results. Supporters describe pride in the team’s effort and note that the run helped bring people together around a common national cause. While the England match concludes the Leopards’ run, the reflections focus on what the tournament represents for Congo’s football history and on the impact the team’s presence has on domestic enthusiasm.