DR Congo should have 'finished' England in first-half as Axel Tuanzebe says players 'kicking ourselves' after World Cup exit
Axel Tuanzebe expressed disappointment following DR Congo's 2-1 World Cup exit against England, noting that the team missed opportunities to secure a win in the first half. Despite the loss, coach Sebastien Desabre praised the squad's brave performance against a top-tier opponent.
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The match highlights the competitive nature of international football and the tactical challenges faced by underdog teams against established global powers.
Axel Tuanzebe admits DR Congo are bitterly disappointed after suffering a heartbreaking World Cup exit following a 2-1 defeat against England. The defender revealed the squad are kicking themselves for not securing victory in the first half, while coach Sebastien Desabre praised his players for a brave performance at Mercedes-Benz Stadium despite the painful outcome.
The article is a standard sports report focusing on player and coach reactions to a match outcome.
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