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England prepares to face DR Congo in World Cup round of 32

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

England prepares to face DR Congo in World Cup round of 32
Summary

England is set to face DR Congo in the round of 32 at the World Cup on July 1. DR Congo qualified for the knockout stages for the first time, bouncing back from a difficult debut in 1974. Under head coach Sebastien Desabre, the team showed resilience, drawing with Portugal and defeating Uzbekistan to progress. Key players include striker Yoane Wissa, who has scored three goals in the tournament, and captain Chancel Mbemba. The match will be broadcast on BBC One and BBC Radio 5 Live.

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  • •DR Congo reaching knockout stage for first time in World Cup history
  • •Yoane Wissa is top African scorer in group stage with three goals
  • •The match will be live on BBC One and 5 Live
  • •Desabre has led DR Congo to notable defensive improvements
  • •DR Congo had a poor record against top ranked sides recently
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  • 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — What you need to know about England's opponents DR Congo
  • 3:21 AMBBC Sport — What you need to know about England's opponents DR Congo
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England will face DR Congo in the round of 32. Here is what you need to know about them.

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England will face DR Congo in the round of 32. Here is what you need to know about them.

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