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Ebola Forces Congo-Chile Match Cancellation
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A major blow to DR Congo’s World Cup prep: their friendly against Chile in Spain has been canceled due to Ebola fears, as local authorities shut down the match citing health risks from the Bundibugyo strain—no vaccine exists yet, and development could take up to nine months. The team, already relocated to Belgium for safety, now faces further disruption as some staff and fans traveled from outbreak zones. Despite this, they’re still on track for the World Cup, with upcoming matches in Belgium and Houston, starting against Portugal on June 17th. This cancellation underscores how global health crises ripple through even the most unlikely arenas—sports included.
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