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Kane's Brace Sends England to World Cup Last 16 After Win Over DR Congo; Tuchel Praises Team's Belief

Harry Kane scored two goals, including a late winner, to secure a 2-1 victory for England against DR Congo, propelling them into the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. England coach Thomas Tuchel revealed his team's unwavering belief was key to their comeback win, which saw Kane surpass Pelé's goal tally in World Cup history.

1 Jul, 09:19 — 1 Jul, 19:15
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BBCHigh5h ago

Relief for England as Kane heads in equalising goal against DR Congo

Harry Kane heads in from Anthony Gordon's cross as England equalise against DR Congo in their round of 32 game in Atlanta.

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The GuardianMostly Factual9h ago

England v DR Congo: World Cup 2026 last 32 – live

⚽️ Kick-off time: 12pm local/1pm EDT/5pm BST/1am AEST ⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail Scott A reminder of how England made their way through Group L. They weren’t the best of times, neither were they the worst of times. Number four in the Fifa rankings plays number 41 … and then when you factor in the roll-call of talent England boast, they’re winning this game more often than not. But hold on! This round has already thrown up one shock, with Paraguay (world number 41 at t...

By Scott Murray

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual5h ago

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

England survive huge scare against DR Congo to win 2-1 and set up last 16 clash with cohosts Mexico.

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abc-australiaHigh8h ago

Live: England faces DR Congo as World Cup knockouts continue

After topping Group L, the Three Lions take on DR Congo in the Round of 32 in Atlanta. Follow live.

By Henry Hanson and David Hirst

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The IndependentMostly Factual4h ago

Incredible Kane justifies Tuchel decision but England have huge World Cup questions to answer

England 2-1 DR Congo: Kane dug England out of a massive hole with his two late goals to set up a mouthwatering last-16 tie with Mexico at the Azteca but Tuchel has plenty to ponder

By Miguel Delaney

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YahooMostly Factual5h ago

How Harry Kane single-handedly saved England's World Cup chances with DR Congo heroics

England appeared to be on the verge of an early World Cup exit, until its star came through with two massive goals.

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indian-expressMostly Factual7h ago

World Cup: England shocked by DR Congo, goes down 1-0 in the 7th minute

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irish-independent5h ago

Harry Kane saves England with late brace in World Cup comeback against DR Congo

By Simon Peach

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DawnMostly Factual5h ago

Kane rescues England from DR Congo calamity to reach World Cup last 16

Harry Kane rescued England from a seismic World Cup shock with two late goals to beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in Atlanta and secure a place in the last 16. Aiming to end a 60-year wait to win a major tournament, Thomas Tuchel’s men escaped humilation and one of England’s worst ever World Cup exits thanks to their talismanic captain after Brian Cipenga’s early goal gave Congo an early lead. But the Three Lions will need to improve for the daunting task of facing co-hosts Mexico at...

By none@none.com (AFP)

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rte-newsMostly Factual8h ago

World Cup 2026: England v DR Congo updates

England face DR Congo in Atlanta for a place in the round-of-16.

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cyprus-mail14h ago

No over-confidence from England in World Cup of fine margins

England go into their last-32 tie against the Democratic Republic of Congo as overwhelming favourites, but in a World Cup which has seen upsets and late winners, manager Thomas Tuchel says there will be no over-confidence from his side against a team with nothing to lose. Tuchel’s England topped their group and on Wednesday come […]

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Premium TimesMostly Factual4h ago

World Cup: Kane strikes twice as England eliminate DR Congo

The result means England remain unbeaten against African teams in World Cup knockout matches, having previously defeated Cameroon in 1990 and Senegal in 2022 The post World Cup: Kane strikes twice as England eliminate DR Congo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

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punch-ngMostly Factual4h ago

England beat DR Congo 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

Harry Kane’s late double secured England a 2-1 victory over DR Congo, propelling them into the World Cup last 16. Read more on England’s journey. Read More: https://punchng.com/england-beat-dr-congo-2-1-to-reach-world-cup-last-16/

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vanguard-ngMixed4h ago

World Cup: Tuchel reveals reason behind England comeback win against DR Congo

England coach Thomas Tuchel said his team had never stopped "believing" after making a terrible start in their come-from-behind World Cup win against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday. The post World Cup: Tuchel reveals reason behind England comeback win against DR Congo appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

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actualite-cdMixed5h ago

England vs DR Congo Highlights: Harry Kane Brace Sends England Into FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 - NewsX

England vs DR Congo Highlights: Harry Kane Brace Sends England Into FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16  NewsX

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abidjan-netMixed5h ago

Kane's late double sends England into World Cup last 16 - Aaj English TV

Kane's late double sends England into World Cup last 16  Aaj English TV

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cyprus-mail1 Jul, 09:19First to report

No over-confidence from England in World Cup of fine margins

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index-hr1 Jul, 12:39

OD 18:00 Engleska i DR Kongo igraju za osminu finala, gdje ih čeka Meksiko

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The Guardian1 Jul, 14:10

England v DR Congo: World Cup 2026 last 32 – live

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rte-news1 Jul, 15:31

World Cup 2026: England v DR Congo updates

abc-australia1 Jul, 15:33

Live: England faces DR Congo as World Cup knockouts continue

indian-express1 Jul, 16:21

World Cup: England shocked by DR Congo, goes down 1-0 in the 7th minute

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BBC1 Jul, 17:54

Relief for England as Kane heads in equalising goal against DR Congo

France 241 Jul, 18:06

World Cup 2026: England survive DR Congo scare as Kane’s late double sinks heroic Mpasi

abidjan-net1 Jul, 18:12

Kane's late double sends England into World Cup last 16 - Aaj English TV

Dawn1 Jul, 18:18

Kane rescues England from DR Congo calamity to reach World Cup last 16

irish-independent1 Jul, 18:19

Harry Kane saves England with late brace in World Cup comeback against DR Congo

Al Jazeera1 Jul, 18:23

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

Yahoo1 Jul, 18:25

How Harry Kane single-handedly saved England's World Cup chances with DR Congo heroics

el-mundo1 Jul, 18:27

Harry Kane saca del entuerto a Inglaterra y la conduce al estadio Azteca

vijesti-me1 Jul, 18:28

Kralj Hari odveo Engleze u novo osvajanje Asteke

vg1 Jul, 18:28

Sjekk jubelscenene da Kane avgjorde for England

danas1 Jul, 18:30

Hari Kejn sprečio senzaciju, Engleska u osmini finala Mudnijala

balkan-web1 Jul, 18:31

Anglinë e pret “ferri”, mëson axhendën për fazën 1/8 të Botërorit: Të konfirmuara katër çifte

actualite-cd1 Jul, 18:42

England vs DR Congo Highlights: Harry Kane Brace Sends England Into FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 - NewsX

le-figaro1 Jul, 18:42

Angleterre-RD Congo : l’indispensable Kane, l’incroyable Mpasi, l’erreur coupable de Tuanzebe... les tops et les flops

die-presse1 Jul, 18:43

Fußball-WM: Kane rettete England gegen Kongo

iefimerida1 Jul, 18:44

Μουντιάλ 2026: Ο Χάρι Κέιν ξεπέρασε τον Πελέ [βίντεο]

The Independent1 Jul, 18:49

Incredible Kane justifies Tuchel decision but England have huge World Cup questions to answer

Premium Times1 Jul, 18:52

World Cup: Kane strikes twice as England eliminate DR Congo

vanguard-ng1 Jul, 19:06

World Cup: Tuchel reveals reason behind England comeback win against DR Congo

punch-ng1 Jul, 19:15Latest update

England beat DR Congo 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16