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England's penalty appeal denied against DR Congo during World Cup match

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:08 PM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

England's penalty appeal denied against DR Congo during World Cup match

Summary

During a round-of-16 match in the FIFA World Cup, England's Harry Kane had a penalty appeal turned down just before halftime. The Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh decided that the contact between Kane and DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi did not constitute a foul. After a VAR review, the decision stood, leading to significant reactions from England supporters. The match is currently ongoing.

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Key Details

•England's appeal for a penalty was waved away after contact with Kane.
•Referee Adham Makhadmeh did not call a foul on Mpasi.
•VAR review upheld the referee's decision.
•Reactions from England supporters are strong regarding the penalty call.
•The match is still underway.

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What they're saying

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First refereeing controversy of this round-of-16 match between England and DR Congo!Just before half-time, Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh judged that the contact between Harry Kane and Congolese go...
— Yahoo Sports