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Human Statue overcomes crises to reach 2026 World Cup
Congolese supporter Michel Nkoko Mouladinga, known as "The Human Statue," challenged the visa crisis and strict health procedures required to enter the United States in order to attend his country's match at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico. After the American authorities initially denied him a visa and he was placed in a 21-day quarantine due to the Ebola outbreak, he managed to reach Mexico and appeared in the stands, dedicating his presence through a theatrical pose mimicking the statue of Congo's late leader Patrice Lumumba. Mouladinga became a social phenomenon, with fans flocking to take photos with him, and youth teams inspired by his famous stance, making him a symbol of African resilience and identity at the World Cup.
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