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Kane double fires England to comeback win over DR Congo at World Cup 2026

Kane double fires England to comeback win over DR Congo at World Cup 2026

Summary

England came from behind to beat the Democratic Republic of the Congo 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup, with Harry Kane scoring two late goals. This win sent England to the last 16, where they will face Mexico.

Key Facts

  • DR Congo scored first with a goal by Brian Cipenga early in the match.
  • Harry Kane scored two goals in the final 15 minutes to give England the win.
  • Kane now has 13 World Cup goals overall and 5 in this tournament.
  • England’s coach, Thomas Tuchel, made several substitutions to bring on fresh attacking players.
  • DR Congo reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history.
  • The match was played in Atlanta in front of nearly 70,000 spectators.
  • England will next face cohost Mexico at the Estadio Azteca in the last 16.
  • England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made important saves but conceded the first goal.
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