Texas cancer survivor surprised with historic World Cup tickets to see DR Congo

As the first round of the FIFA World Cup is almost over, fans say the memories will last a lifetime.A North Texas daughter’s surprise, and a mother’s strength, proves some of life’s biggest wins happen beyond the scoreboard. This family shares their unforgettable experience of witnessing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national team play, and what it means to them.Congo's historic return to the World CupThe Democratic Republic of Congo is competing in soccer’s biggest tournament after 52 years. A sign of the country’s resilience and determination.As the country has been through a lot, so has this dynamic mother-daughter duo."To have this time with her. And to have this moment with her, it’s a memory that I’m so blessed to even have," said Tanya Marie. Marie surprised Chilemb Munung, otherwise known as Mama Coco, with World Cup tickets to see the Democratic Republic of Congo play Portugal at Houston Stadium. A North Texas daughter’s unforgettable surpriseA daughter's gift, a mother's