Shaken by the news that broke just before the competition kicked off, Rocky Bushiri made a point of to cheer on the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s national team in person.
The center back, who had to withdraw from the World Cup on the eve of the tournament due to an injury, traveled in person to the team’s training camp in the United States.
Despite his physical condition and the understandable disappointment of missing this major global event, the Congolese international chose to stay as close as possible to the team.
This surprise visit to the Leopards headquarters is a testament to the strong cohesion of the squad and the spirit of solidarity that prevails within the group led by the coaching staff.
This powerful and symbolic gesture by Bushiri boosts the morale of his teammates at a crucial moment in their American campaign.
By choosing to accompany and encourage his teammates in the locker room, the defender is infusing the Leopards with the positive energy they need for their upcoming matches in this World Cup.
