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DR Congo fan holds ‘Lumumba pose’ for full AFCON match

DR Congo fan holds ‘Lumumba pose’ for full AFCON match

Summary

A fan from DR Congo, known as 'Lumumba,' stood still throughout a match between DR Congo and Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This fan's actions resembled a statue of Patrice Lumumba, the country's independence leader.

Key Facts

  • The event took place during an AFCON match.
  • The match was between DR Congo and Senegal.
  • A DR Congo fan, nicknamed 'Lumumba,' remained motionless during the entire game.
  • The fan's pose was similar to a statue of Patrice Lumumba.
  • Patrice Lumumba was an independence leader in DR Congo.

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