Gabon is taking on Seychelles in a World Cup qualifier at the Stade Franceville. The Panthers sit second in Group F with nine points – trailing behind Cote D’Ivoire by just one point.

The students repeat after her: "Marlu [kangaroo]". "What are some other words starting with 'ma'?" the teacher asks. Her daughter, Theresa Napurrurla Ross, responds confidently: "Maliki [dog]".