Harry Kane's Double Propels England to World Cup Last 16 Over DR Congo

Harry Kane scored a crucial double, saving Thomas Tuchel and helping England secure a 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32, propelling them into the last 16 and beating an unwanted record. His performance has been widely praised, though some analysts suggest England's overall team performance needs improvement.

2 Jul, 11:20 — 2 Jul, 20:45

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Harry Kane's decisive performance propelled England into the knockout stages of the World Cup. This victory is significant as it demonstrates England's ability to advance, with their captain leading the charge, while also highlighting potential over-reliance on his scoring prowess.

Key entitiesHarry Kane England DR Congo Prince William Anthony Gordon Lionel Messi

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The IndependentMostly Factual53d ago

Copa Independent | Where does Harry Kane’s talismanic double rank in all-time England World Cup moments?

It was a great escape from England against DR Congo – and it was their captain fantastic Harry Kane who got them out of jail in Atlanta.

By Miguel Delaney and Kieran Jackson

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YahooMostly Factual53d ago

Anthony Gordon hails ‘phenomenal’ Harry Kane as he compares England World Cup hero to Lionel Messi

Anthony Gordon assisted both of Harry Kane’s goals against DR Congo on Wednesday

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual53d ago

England's World Cup hopes cannot rest on Kane alone

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actualite-cdMixed53d ago

Prince William Cheers England's Thrilling Comeback Victory Over DR Congo in World Cup 2026 - NBS Bangla

Prince William Cheers England's Thrilling Comeback Victory Over DR Congo in World Cup 2026 NBS Bangla

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First report: Yahoo · 2 Jul, 11:20|Full coverage: 4 · 9h|Window: 9h

Yahoo2 Jul, 11:20First to report

Anthony Gordon hails ‘phenomenal’ Harry Kane as he compares England World Cup hero to Lionel Messi

The Independent2 Jul, 11:26

Copa Independent | Where does Harry Kane’s talismanic double rank in all-time England World Cup moments?

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channel-news-asia2 Jul, 16:23

England's World Cup hopes cannot rest on Kane alone

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actualite-cd2 Jul, 20:45Latest update

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Harry Kane's Double Propels England to World Cup Last 16 Over DR Congo

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Copa Independent | Where does Harry Kane’s talismanic double rank in all-time England World Cup moments?

Anthony Gordon hails ‘phenomenal’ Harry Kane as he compares England World Cup hero to Lionel Messi

England's World Cup hopes cannot rest on Kane alone

Prince William Cheers England's Thrilling Comeback Victory Over DR Congo in World Cup 2026 - NBS Bangla

Coverage Timeline

Anthony Gordon hails ‘phenomenal’ Harry Kane as he compares England World Cup hero to Lionel Messi

Copa Independent | Where does Harry Kane’s talismanic double rank in all-time England World Cup moments?

England's World Cup hopes cannot rest on Kane alone

Prince William Cheers England's Thrilling Comeback Victory Over DR Congo in World Cup 2026 - NBS Bangla

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