Football
15-Year Old Balamwabo Led DR Congo Team To Win Maiden U-16 African Schools Champions Cup
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The DR Congo team won the maiden edition of the African Schools Champions Cup which ended on Sunday in Kinshasa.
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The tournament is for the U-16 age grade. The Congo team was captained by Elia Balamwabo, who is reportedly 15 years old.
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FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, who was at the final of the tournament said, “I am a happy man tonight. Seeing those children smile, boys and girls, with joy in their eyes is wonderful. This is the beauty of football. DR Congo did a great job organising this event, which is the first edition of a fantastic competition that is going to become one of the biggest not only in Africa but around the world too.”
Source: FIFA