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England faces DR Congo in World Cup clash as USA prepares for crucial match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 6:39 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

England faces DR Congo in World Cup clash as USA prepares for crucial match

Summary

England is set to play against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup on July 1, aiming for a spot in the last 16. Coach Thomas Tuchel emphasizes that England must perform under pressure, facing a DR Congo team that sees this as an opportunity with nothing to lose. The USA also prepares for an important match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, with 30 million viewers expected to watch as they seek their first knockout win in nearly 25 years. The tournament has already seen exits from Germany and the Netherlands in the last 32, heightening the stakes for the remaining teams.

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By the Numbers

•England faces DR Congo for a place in the last 16.
•Thomas Tuchel highlights pressure on England in upcoming match.
•USA plays against Bosnia-Herzegovina, seeking first knockout win since 1998.
•30 million viewers expected to tune in for USA's match.
•Germany and Netherlands have already exited the tournament.

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6:39 AMYahoo Sports — England face DR Congo hurdle, USA prepare for World Cup moment in spotlight

What they're saying

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England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking for a place in the last 16 while co-hosts the USA prepare for the biggest match in their football history.DR Congo have scoured the footballing world for players with links to the vast African nation.
— Yahoo Sports

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