England vs DR Congo: World Cup Round of 32: Kane, match prediction, lineups
Summary
England will play against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. England finished top of their group without losing, while DR Congo qualified as the best third-place team after their first World Cup appearance in 52 years.Key Facts
- The match is on Wednesday, July 1, at Atlanta Stadium in the USA.
- England won Group L with 7 points from 2 wins and 1 draw.
- DR Congo finished third in Group K but advanced as the highest-ranked third-place team.
- England players Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham scored five goals combined in the group stage.
- DR Congo achieved their first World Cup win with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan.
- England have not won a major trophy since the 1966 World Cup.
- DR Congo last appeared in the World Cup in 1974 when they were called Zaire and lost all matches without scoring.
- A computer prediction gives England a nearly 74% chance of winning this match in regular time.
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