DR Congo HubThe DR Congo national football team faced Colombia at the 2026 World Cup. Lumumba Vea, the standing supporter, was present.
Who is Lumumba Vea?
Lumumba Vea, whose real name is Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, is a supporter of the DR Congo national football team. He is known for standing still during his team's matches.
Why is he standing?
Michel Nkuka Mboladinga pays tribute to Patrice Lumumba, a figure of Congolese independence in 1960. His posture is inspired by the famous statue of the national hero erected on his mausoleum in Kinshasa.
What motivated him?
Michel Nkuka Mboladinga said: « I am an artist, I am an animator, that's why I do it ». He became viral on social media after his appearance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| DR Congo - Colombia | 0-1 |
The DR Congo national football team will continue to play at the 2026 World Cup. Will Lumumba Vea be present for the next matches?
