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England Scores Twice Late to Beat DR Congo 2-1 in World Cup Round of 32
Harry Kane scored twice in the closing minutes to overturn a 1-0 deficit on July 1. The result sends England into the knockout round against Mexico.
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England defeated DR Congo 2-1 in a FIFA World Cup 2026 round-of-32 match on July 1 at Atlanta Stadium. Harry Kane scored both goals in the closing minutes after England trailed 1-0. A substitute created the chances for the late turnaround.
England finished first in Group L after wins over Croatia and Panama and a 0-0 draw with Ghana. The closed-roof venue hosted the fixture. England advanced to the last 16 with the victory. The team will face Mexico at 1 a.m.
BST at Azteca Stadium. Manager Thomas Tuchel urged parents to allow children to watch the match. Reece James sustained a hamstring injury against Croatia and will miss the fixture, while Jarell Quansah is also unavailable.
Thomas Tuchel said the squad remains favorites to advance and noted that narrow margins define knockout football. England trained with high intensity throughout the camp.
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