England leads DR Congo 2-1 in tense World Cup showdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 7:12 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
In a challenging match in Atlanta on July 1, England holds a 2-1 lead over DR Congo. Despite entering the game as favorites, England was pressed hard by a determined DR Congo, who managed to capitalize on defensive mistakes early on. Declan Rice's performance stood out as he adapted to fill a right-back role in the latter stages. England, however, struggled offensively, with missed opportunities from key players like Jude Bellingham. The match is still ongoing as England seeks to solidify their advantage.
- •England leads DR Congo 2-1 at halftime.
- •Declan Rice played a crucial role in defense after positional shifts.
- •Jude Bellingham had multiple chances but failed to convert.
- •DR Congo had several threats, including a shot that hit the post.
- •The match is still in progress with significant implications for both teams.
- 7:12 AMYahoo Sports — England 2 DR Congo 1 but what a rollercoaster of emotions!
"England were expected to coast past DR Congo. It didn’t exactly turn out quite like that.
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