The Democratic Republic of Congo has qualified for its first World Cup in 52 years after defeating Jamaica 1-0 in an intercontinental playoff. Axel Tuanzebe scored the winning goal in extra time.

The Democratic Republic of Congo defeated Jamaica 1-0 after extra time in an intercontinental playoff on Tuesday to seal their first World Cup appearance in 52 years. Former England under-21 international Axel Tuanzebe scored following a corner kick in the 100th minute.