England beats DR Congo 2-1 in 2026 World Cup Round of 32 in Atlanta
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32, England defeated Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. DR Congo took an early lead through Brian Cipenga, but England captain Harry Kane scored twice in the second half (75th and 86th minutes) to secure a comeback win. England will now face co-hosts Mexico in the round of 16. Thomas Tuchel’s side overcame defensive injuries and criticism to avoid an early exit.
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England to Face Mexico at Azteca Stadium, Site of Maradona's 'Hand of God' Goal 40 Years Later
England secured their place in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup with a 2-1 victory over DR Congo, thanks to two late goals from Harry Kane. They will now face host nation Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. This venue holds painful memories for England, as it was the site of the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, where Diego Maradona scored the infamous 'Hand of God' goal and the 'Goal of the Century,' eliminating England. Argentina went on to win the tournament. The upcoming match, aided by modern VAR technology, is expected to be a tense encounter, with England's defense tasked with stopping Mexico's Julian Quinones.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuWorld Cup: England Knows Its Opponent for the Round of 16
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over DR Congo after trailing for much of the match. Captain Harry Kane scored a brace to save the Three Lions and advance to the round of 16. England will next face Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium on July 6 at 2 a.m. French time (July 5 local time). Mexico advanced by defeating Ecuador 2-0. The article also lists other round of 16 matchups: Canada vs. Morocco, Paraguay vs. France, Brazil vs. Norway, and Mexico vs. England.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertFIFA World Cup 2026: Kane double rescues England in comeback win over DR Congo
England staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 in Atlanta on July 1, 2026. DR Congo took a shock lead in the 7th minute through Brian Cipenga's first international goal. England dominated possession but struggled to break down a resilient Congolese defense, with goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi making several key saves. Captain Harry Kane equalized in the 75th minute with a header from Anthony Gordon's cross, then scored a stunning winner four minutes from time, a powerful strike traveling nearly 100 km/h. The victory moves Kane past Pele on the all-time World Cup goals list with 13 goals. England will now face co-hosts Mexico in Mexico City on July 5 in the round of 16.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.England vs DR Congo: Thomas Tuchel makes three changes for World Cup round of 32 match
England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, face DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 in Atlanta, aiming to reach the round of 16 where they would meet co-hosts Mexico. Tuchel has made three changes to the starting XI, bringing in Djed Spence, Declan Rice, and Noni Madueke. England have looked below their best in the tournament so far but recently beat Panama. DR Congo, who held Portugal to a 1-1 draw, include five players based in England, such as Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Yoane Wissa. The match is refereed by Adham Makhadmeh of Jordan. The article also notes that Germany and the Netherlands have already been eliminated, and lists other round of 32 fixtures later today involving Belgium vs Senegal and USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Mirror - FootballMatch Preview: England vs Congo DR - FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32
A preview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match between England and Congo DR, scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Kickoff is at 12:00 PM EDT. England comes into the match with strong recent form (W D W W W) and a goal difference of +4, having scored 6 goals and conceded 2. Key contributors include Harry Kane (3 goals) and Bukayo Saka (2 assists). Congo DR has mixed form (L D L D) with a goal difference of +1, scoring 4 goals and conceding 3. Their top threat is Yoane Wissa (3 goals). England's starting lineup features a 4-2-3-1 formation with Jordan Pickford in goal, Harry Kane leading the attack, and Jude Bellingham in midfield. Congo DR fields a 4-3-3 with Lionel Mpasi in goal and Aaron Wan-Bissaka in defense. The match is confirmed as scheduled.
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The article reports on the Round of 16 match of the 2026 World Cup between England and the Democratic Republic of Congo, held in Atlanta. England, group winners, are favorites but warned against overconfidence. DR Congo plays its first-ever knockout match in a World Cup. England manager Thomas Tuchel fields a 4-2-3-1 formation with Pickford in goal, Konsa and Guehi at center-back, Rice and Anderson in midfield, Bellingham as playmaker, and Kane leading the attack alongside Madueke and Rashford. DR Congo coach Sébastien Desabre uses a 4-3-3 with Mpasi in goal, Tuanzebe and Mbemba at center-back, and Wissa as the lone striker. The match is available for live streaming on Prime Video. The article also lists upcoming World Cup fixtures.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertEngland vs DR Congo World Cup Knockout Clash: Team News and Build-Up
England are set to begin their World Cup knockout campaign against DR Congo in Atlanta, aiming to reach the round of 16 where they would face Mexico or Ecuador. Thomas Tuchel's side have faced criticism after underwhelming performances, despite a recent win over Panama, and are dealing with defensive injuries. DR Congo proved their strength by holding Portugal to a 1-1 draw. The match kicks off at 5pm BST, with Mirror Football providing live coverage. Tuchel is under pressure to avoid the early exits suffered by Germany and the Netherlands, while calls grow for midfield changes.
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