Africa Zaire Leopards T-Shirt Football National Team 1974 Tribute Fans Retro Top XL, Green

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AgeRangeDescription : Adult
ApparelClosureOrientation : front
Brand : JL Sport
BulletPoint1 : High Quality
BulletPoint2 : Limited Edition
BulletPoint3 : Machine Wash
BulletPoint4 : Lightweight breathable fabric
BulletPoint5 : 【Occasions】: These women's running shorts are not only perfect for traveling, running, hiking, tennis, jogging, golfing, walking, but also the best choice for daily wear in the hot summer.
CareInstructions : Machine Wash
Color : Green
Department : mens
ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier : 5060951071219
FabricType : 100% Polyester
FitType : Regular Fit
GpsrSafetyAttestation : 1
ImportDesignation : Imported
ItemLengthDescription : Standard Length
ItemName : Africa Zaire Leopards T-Shirt Football National Team 1974 Tribute Fans Retro Top XL, Green
ItemPackageDimensions_Height : 0.8 inches
ItemPackageDimensions_Length : 11.87 inches
ItemPackageDimensions_Width : 5.86 inches
ItemTypeKeyword : soccer-jerseys
Lifestyle : Athletic
Manufacturer : JL Sport
Material : Polyester
ModelName : Wtr_srt_zaire
ModelNumber : WTR_SRT_ZAIRE
NumberOfPockets : 2
OccasionType : Vacation
PartNumber : ZUTY
Pattern : Solid
PocketDescription : Slash Pocket
ProductDescription : Zaire's 1974 World Cup journey was marred by a series of remarkable events. Despite being Africa's strongest team, their campaign quickly unraveled. The team, known as the 'Leopards,' impressed in their first match against Scotland but faced financial chaos. President Mobutu's extravagant promises resulted in officials depleting the players' fund, leaving them unpaid. Outraged, the squad initially refused to play their next match. Allegedly, the Cup’s organization intervened, paying the players to salvage the tournament's reputation. Reluctantly, a demoralized Zaire team faced Yugoslavia. In an unprecedented 9-0 defeat, they made World Cup history in an infamous way. The mitigating circumstances, including financial exploitation, remained secret. Facing Brazil in their last match, President Mobutu threatened the team with dire consequences if they lost 0-4. In a bizarre incident, fullback Mwepu Ilunga kicked the ball away during a free kick, viewed as ignorance by some. However, it was a deliberate time-wasting tactic born out of fear and confusion. Zaire lost 3-0, allowing the players to return home, but their reputations were shattered. Mobutu cut funding, ending Zaire's football era. The players faced shame, financial ruin, and social isolation, marking a difficult chapter in African football history. Despite the hardships, African football has since made significant strides, but the memory of Zaire's tumultuous World Cup linger.
ProductSiteLaunchDate : 2024-03-15T12:06:08.553Z
ShirtFormType : t_shirt
Size : X-Large
SportType : Soccer
Style : Retro
SubjectCharacter : Sports
SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation : not_applicable
TargetAudience : Women
TargetGender : male
Theme : Sports
UnspscCode : 53100000

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