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England broke DR Congo's heart with a late comeback in its 2026 World Cup round of 32 match. See a live recap of the match, goal highlights and more.
A tactical analysis of England's victory over DR Congo - and what it might teach them for their next World Cup match against Mexico.
Marcus Rashford will start England’s clash with DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 today. Noni Madueke also starts with Bukayo Saka continuing to manage his fitness. Arsenal team-mate Declan Rice returns to the side after sitting out Saturday's match.
Where would England be without their captain and star striker Harry Kane? The answer in this particular case is "probably flying back to London."
BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the World Cup comeback win over DR Congo - plus have your say.
The goals were the fourth and fifth of the 2026 World Cup for the Bayern Munich striker. England's breakthrough came after DR Congo preserved a lead for almost 70 minutes. Brian Cipenga handed DR Congo a surprise lead in the seventh minute.
After England beat Congo with a stunning Harry Kane comeback in World Cup round of 32, the entire stadium joined players singing Wonderwall by Oasis.
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England 2-1 Congo DR: Harry Kane saves Three Lions to set up Mexico World Cup clash - as it happened
Thomas Tuchel's England scrapped to a come-from-behind victory over Congo DR in the round of 32 thanks to captain Harry Kane.
England and DR Congo meet in Atlanta on Wednesday with a spot in the last 16 on the line. Thomas Tuchel’s side are the heavy favorites but they have struggled to break down stubborn defenses so far at this tournament and they need Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane to click in attack once again.
Check out Mark Clattenburg’s analysis of England’s Harry Kane not getting a penalty against DR Congo. 7 HOURS AGO・FIFA Men's World Cup・1:27 WC - England vs. DR Congo - 07/01/2026 FIFA Men's World Cup
