New Delhi, July 2 -- Sebastien Desabre, the head coach of DR Congo, received heartbreaking news during the post-match press conference after his team's FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 match against England in Atlanta on Wednesday.

It was during the press conference that Sebastien heard about the passing away of his father. "Thank you, but we are announcing that the coach has lost his father. Our sincere condolences," said the media officer in French.

The manager from France looked shocked and said "Merci" before leaving the press conference.

DR Congo, who were playing their first FIFA World Cup since 1974, enjoyed an impressive run-up until the round of 32 of the ongoing edition.

DR Congo, who held Portugal to a 1-1 draw and beat Uzbe...