England’s Kane Drives Past DR Congo as World Cup Tension Rises
Harry Kane’s brace and Lionel Mpasi’s heroics defined a close encounter, underscoring the World Cup’s unpredictable spirit and the looming test against Mexico
Jul 2, 2026
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Harry Kane’s Double Powers England into Round of 16
Harry Kane scored twice to lead England past Congo, reaching the Round of 16 where they will meet Mexico. His performance underscores a career built on relentless preparation and teamwork.
Jul 1, 2026
Harry Kane’s Late Brace Sends England Past Congo into Round of 16
England overcame a seventh‑minute goal by Brian Cipenga, with Harry Kane netting two second‑half strikes to advance to the round of 16, where they will meet Mexico in Mexico City.
Jul 1, 2026
Kane’s Late Double Sends England Past Congo into Round of 16
Harry Kane scored in the 75th and 86th minutes to overturn an early deficit and secure England’s spot in the knockout stage.
Jul 1, 2026
Harry Kane’s Late Brace Sends England Past Congo into Round of 16
Harry Kane scored two second‑half goals to overturn a seventh‑minute deficit and guide England to a 2‑1 win over Congo in Atlanta, advancing to face Mexico in the round of 16.
Jul 1, 2026
When a Goalkeeper Becomes a Global Phenomenon
Congolese goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi's heroic performance against England sparked a social media wave that momentarily outshone Lionel Messi, echoing similar feats by goalkeepers from Curaçao and Cape Verde.
Jul 1, 2026
From Scotland’s Triumph to Messi’s Record: The Athletic’s Ranking of Every 2026 World Cup Match
The Athletic's comprehensive rankings dissect each of the 2026 World Cup fixtures, spotlighting historic wins, record‑breaking scores and the players who defined the competition.
Jun 24, 2026