England's 2026 World Cup campaign took a dramatic turn on Wednesday as they staged an impressive comeback to defeat DR Congo 2-1 in the round of 32, with star player Harry Kane scoring both goals to propel his team forward.
Kane's outstanding performance not only secured England's spot in the round of 16 but also significantly boosted his chances of winning the Golden Boot.
As England moves forward in the tournament, the focus shifts to their upcoming round of 16 matchup and the potential path to the World Cup final.
England's Round of 16 Opponent Revealed
Following their hard-fought victory over DR Congo, England is set to face co-host Mexico in the round of 16, with Mexico having advanced after beating Ecuador in the round of 32 and still holding the advantage of playing on home soil.
The highly anticipated round of 16 clash between England and Mexico is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 5, at 8 p.m. ET, and will be broadcast on FOX and FOX One from Mexico City Stadium.
Potential Quarterfinals Matchups for England
If England successfully navigates the round of 16, they will face either Brazil or Norway in the quarterfinals, as both teams have advanced to the knockout stages, with Brazil defeating Japan 2-1 and Norway overcoming the Ivory Coast 2-1.
Semifinals Possibilities for England
England's potential semifinals opponents include a wide range of teams, such as Argentina, Cabo Verde, Australia, Egypt, Switzerland, Algeria, Colombia, and Ghana, should they reach this stage of the competition.
In the event that England progresses to the semifinals, their match is slated for Wednesday, July 15, at 3 p.m. ET, and will be televised on FOX and FOX One from Atlanta Stadium.
