England vs DR Congo

England came from behind to defeat DR Congo 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. DR Congo took the lead through B. Sipenga in the 7th minute, but England took control of the match as H. Kane scored twice in the 75th and 86th minutes to complete the comeback, with both goals assisted by A. Gordon. Notably, a Kane penalty in the 44th minute was disallowed following a VAR review. England dominated the statistics throughout, finishing with 60% possession, 16 shots, 7 on target, and an expected goals tally of 2. 04. DR Congo are eliminated from the tournament, while England advance to the next round.

In the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32, England faced DR Congo in a knockout clash at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. DR Congo made an early impression as B. Siepenja broke the deadlock in the 7th minute, assisted by C. Mbemba, leaving England behind. A penalty awarded to H. Kane in the 44th minute was overturned following a VAR review, sending England into the break with a sense of frustration. England came out stronger in the second half, with A. Gordon providing two decisive assists as H. Kane completed a stunning comeback, netting in the 75th and 86th minutes to seal a 2-1 victory and send England through to the next round, while DR Congo were eliminated.

England came from behind to beat DR Congo 2-1 and advance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Playing at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, England trailed before Harry Kane netted twice — in the 75th and 86th minutes — to complete a stunning comeback. A penalty in the 44th minute was overturned following a VAR review, adding to the drama of the match. DR Congo are eliminated from the tournament, while England march on and will look to build on this hard-fought victory.