FIFA World Cup 2026 - England vs DR Congo (Live)

England vs DR Congo © Reuters / Images

Match Summary

DR Congo made a dream start when Brian Cipenga fired home in the seventh minute, while goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi produced a string of outstanding saves to frustrate England. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, England struggled to find a breakthrough until substitute Anthony Gordon delivered a pinpoint cross for Kane to head home in the 75th minute. Just 11 minutes later, Gordon again turned provider as Kane rifled a superb finish into the top corner to complete the comeback. ^LiveScore

The victory sends England into the Round of 16, where they will face co-hosts Mexico, while DR Congo exit the tournament after an impressive and courageous performance in their first-ever World Cup knockout match. ^Reuters

Goal Scorers

• DR Congo: Brian Cipenga (7')
• England: Harry Kane (75')
• England: Harry Kane (86')

Match Statistics

• Final Score: England 2–1 DR Congo
• Half-time: England 0–1 DR Congo
• Possession: England 69% – 31% DR Congo
• Total Shots: England 22 – 8 DR Congo
• Shots on Target: England 8 – 3 DR Congo
• Expected Goals (xG): England 2.0 – 0.8 DR Congo
• Corner Kicks: England 9 – 2 DR Congo
• Fouls: England 10 – 14 DR Congo
• Yellow Cards: England 1 – 2 DR Congo
• Red Cards: None

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