Harry Kane scores twice as England advances in World Cup knockout stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:41 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
England secured their place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup following a 2-1 victory against DR Congo. After conceding an early goal, Harry Kane rallied the team in the second half, netting two quick goals to turn the match. Kane's performance has been highlighted in light of a curse reportedly lifted by a Ghanaian witch doctor. England will next face Mexico, who remain unbeaten in the tournament.
- •England beats DR Congo 2-1 in Round of 32 at World Cup
- •Harry Kane scores two goals in the final minutes
- •Ghanaian witch doctor claims responsibility for lifting Kane's curse
- •Kane has five goals total in the tournament so far
- •England will play Mexico next in the knockout stage
- 5:41 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Mark my words’ – Ghanaian witch doctor’s Harry Kane prediction comes true after ‘lifting curse’
"England are through to the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, and it was none other than Harry Kane who is responsible for that. After England conceded early vs.
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