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England faces DR Congo in knockout stage showdown at Azteca

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

England faces DR Congo in knockout stage showdown at Azteca
Summary

England will compete against DR Congo at the Azteca this evening at 5pm BST in the round of 32 after finishing top of their group. They secured seven points from three matches, including a 2-0 win over Panama. DR Congo progressed as the best third-place team, earning four points. Their group stage included a draw against Portugal and a victory over Uzbekistan. England struggled in recent matches to score against teams pressing low, posing a challenge as they meet DR Congo.

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  • •England topped their group with seven points.
  • •DR Congo qualified as the best third-place team with four points.
  • •Kick-off is scheduled for 5pm BST at the Azteca.
  • •Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane have been key players for England.
  • •Yoane Wissa scored three goals for DR Congo in the group stage.
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  • 7:20 AMYahoo Sports — PREVIEW: England look to advance to last 16 against DR Congo
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Having topped their group with seven points from a possible nine, England will now face DR Congo in the round of 32, with a win setting up a last 16 tie with Mexico at the Azteca this weekend.DR Congo...

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