The stage is set for an intriguing matchup as England takes on DR Congo in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 encounter, scheduled to kick off on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET from Atlanta Stadium.
England topped Group L with a 2-1-0 record, securing victories over Croatia and Panama, and a draw against Ghana. Notably, Harry Kane has scored three goals in the tournament, while Jude Bellingham has added two. Kane's third goal against Panama marked his 11th career World Cup goal, cementing his position as England's all-time leading World Cup scorer, surpassing Gary Lineker.
DR Congo, on the other hand, progressed as a third-place side from Group K, accumulating four points. Their campaign included a draw with Portugal, a loss to Colombia, and a decisive win over Uzbekistan. Yoane Wissa has been instrumental, scoring three times across the three matches. The win over Uzbekistan was historic, as it marked DR Congo's first-ever knockout-round appearance, with their only previous World Cup outing dating back to 1974 as Zaire.
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