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DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre has been praised for his 'dignity and devotion' to the national team after the death of his father was announced following their World Cup last-32 defeat by England.Desabre's side had threatened to produce one of the biggest shocks of the tournament after taking an early 1-0 lead through Brian Cipenga.England required a late Harry Kane brace to send them through to the last-16 at DR Congo's expense.Desabre had praised his team's efforts in the match and during their World Cup campaign in his post-match press conference.The press conference ended in unexpected fashion, as after confirming there were no further questions for Desabre, the DR Congo press officer then revealed the loss of his father.'Thank you but we are announcing that the coach has lost his father,' the press officer announced in French. 'So sincere condolences.' DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre appeared stunned after a press officer announced the death of his father in a post-match press conference Desabre had reportedly been informed prior to DR Congo's last-32 tie against England, which ended in a 2-1 defeat
