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

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

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

England will play DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday at 17:00 BST. DR Congo finished third in their group after beating Uzbekistan, drawing with Portugal, and losing to Colombia. They have employed a 5-3-2 formation throughout the tournament, focusing on counter-attacking strategies while maintaining a strong defensive shape. England, under head coach Thomas Tuchel, aims to exploit DR Congo's high press and potential weaknesses in their defensive setup.

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  • •Game scheduled for Wednesday at 17:00 BST.
  • •DR Congo finished third in their group.
  • •They utilize a 5-3-2 formation, emphasizing counter-attacks.
  • •England aims to exploit DR Congo’s defensive vulnerabilities.
  • •Match broadcast live on BBC One and iPlayer.
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  • 10:46 AMYahoo Sports — Scouting DR Congo - where England can win the game
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England play DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday. BBC Sport looks at what dangers the African side possess.

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