Pre-World Cup friendly cancelled by mayor over Ebola outbreak concerns
The friendly match between DR Congo and Chile has been cancelled due to concerns over an Ebola outbreak. Local authorities determined that the health risks outweighed the benefits of hosting the match. This cancellation adds to the challenges faced by DR Congo as they prepare for their first World Cup appearance in nearly fifty years.
- ▪The friendly was scheduled for June 9 in La Linea de la Concepcion.
- ▪Mayor Juan Franco cited health risks as the reason for the cancellation.
- ▪DR Congo has already faced disruptions in their World Cup preparations due to the outbreak.
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