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 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
World Cup Round of 32: France Leads, Mexico Stays Unbeaten, and Surprising Advances Continue
France tops the standings with Kylian Mbappe leading the scoring, Mexico advances unbeaten, and several under‑dogs prepare for decisive matches.
Jul 1, 2026
DR Congo prepares for high‑stakes showdown with England at the 2026 World Cup
The Democratic Republic of Congo will face England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on 1 July 2026, with kickoff at 17:00 BST. The match will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK.
Jul 1, 2026
Congo’s Leopards Make Historic World Cup Breakthrough
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's football team has qualified for the World Cup knockout phase after 52 years, uniting a nation across political and ethnic divides, while diaspora supporters and visa restrictions shape the story.
Jun 30, 2026
Congo’s Historic Surge into World Cup Knockouts
Congo advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time in history, defeating Uzbekistan 3-1 with goals from Yoane Wissa and Fiston Mayele, and will now face England after a historic draw with Portugal.
Jun 28, 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
The Athletic’s Daily World Cup Predictions Blend Expert Insight with Friendly Competition
The Athletic’s interactive World Cup prediction feature brings together writers, a subscriber, an algorithm, a dog and a six‑year‑old, offering daily forecasts across a slate of matches while recapping key moments from recent matchdays.
Jun 18, 2026
World Cup Matchday 6 Recap and Matchday 7 Outlook
A look at the highlights from Matchday 6, featuring Messi, Mbappe and Haaland, and a preview of the upcoming fixtures.
Jun 17, 2026
DR Congo Returns to World Cup After 52 Years, Eyes Opening Match Against Portugal
After a half‑century absence, the Democratic Republic of Congo will open its World Cup campaign against Portugal, relying on a blend of seasoned defenders and attacking firepower.
Jun 17, 2026
Transfer Rumors Reshape Europe’s Top Leagues
From Manchester City's pursuit of Elliot Anderson to Barcelona's evaluation of Raphinha's future, clubs are orchestrating complex strategies that could redefine rosters before the new season begins.
Jun 14, 2026
Premier League 2025‑26: A season of underachievement and upheaval
The 2025‑26 Premier League campaign has been marked by under‑performance, costly transfers that failed to deliver, and a string of managerial changes that have left fans questioning the league’s appeal.
May 25, 2026