England captain Harry Kane scored twice in the closing stages to turn a nervy encounter into a 2-1 victory over DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium in Atlanta, sending the Three Lions into the last 16. (skysports.com)
DR Congo shocked the stadium early when Brian Cipenga punished England defensive confusion to open the scoring in the seventh minute, and goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi produced a string of fine saves that kept the African side in front through a frustrated first half. England struggled to create clear chances while Congo remained dangerous on the counter. (skysports.com)
Late in the first half Harry Kane was involved in a controversial moment when contact with Mpasi inside the box led to an on-field booking for simulation; VAR upheld the referee’s decision and no penalty was awarded, a call that drew criticism from some England supporters. (foxsports.com)
Thomas Tuchel responded at half‑time with tactical changes, bringing Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon on around the 60th minute to inject pace and width. Gordon’s lively influence paid off: his cross was headed in by Kane in the 75th minute to level the match, and a second incisive delivery from Gordon allowed Kane to rifle a brilliant 86th‑minute winner to complete the comeback. (theguardian.com)
Kane’s brace takes his all‑time World Cup tally to 13 goals, moving him past Pelé on the tournament’s scoring list, and ensures England will face co‑hosts Mexico in the last 16. Despite the earlier scare and questions over England’s defensive shape, the captain’s late clinical finishing preserved their tournament path. (bundesliga.com)
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Publish Date: 2026-07-02 08:01:00
