In the Round of 32 game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the England vs DR Congo match, England clinched a 2-1 victory with two late goals by the English captain Harry Kane after their opponents picked up an early goal.
Key Match Stats of England vs DR Congo (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 32)
Match Result: England 2 – 1 DR Congo
Possession: England 53% – 37% DR Congo (10% in Contest)
Shots (On Target): England 16 (7) – 7 (2) DR Congo
Corners Won: England 5 – 3 DR Congo
Free Kicks: England 16 – 10 DR Congo
FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32): England vs DR Congo Official Match Stats
Important Facts of England vs DR Congo (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 32)
- Chancel Mbema delivered a strong long ball into the box, which found Brian Cipenga, who produced a low but strong shot to score the goal for DR Congo. In the seventh minute, DR Congo took a 1-0 lead in the game.
- England captain Harry Kane equalised the scoreline for England in the 75th minute. Anthony Gordon delivered a brilliant ball, while Kane tracked it well to produce a strong header to beat the tough opponent’s goalkeeper finally.
- 11 minutes after the equaliser, Harry Kane (86’) made the scoreline 2-1 in favour of England, while Anthony Gordon once again put his name in the assist. After Gordon once again provided a good pass to Kane, the English captain smashed the ball to secure his match-winning brace in the game.
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The Match Status: England vs DR Congo (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 32)
After England were stunned by DR Congo’s early goal, the 1966 World Cup champions fought hard till the end of the game. As the opponent’s defence was much disciplined, the goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi seemed unshakable, as he saved all the challenges. However, too much defense ultimately backfired on the Leopards, as they were eliminated from the tournament.
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What does the England vs DR Congo (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 32) match mean?
With this victory, England have advanced to the Round of 16. In the Round of 16, England will face the co-hosts Mexico on Sunday (5 July). On the other hand, DR Congo have been eliminated from the tournament.