Harry Kane scores twice as England edge past DR Congo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:15 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
England faced DR Congo in a challenging knockout match, prevailing thanks to Harry Kane’s two goals. Despite a spirited effort from DR Congo and a standout performance from goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, England advanced. The match featured drama, including a near second goal for DR Congo and a controversial penalty decision against Kane. England now prepares to face Mexico in the next round, anticipated to be an even tougher challenge amid higher heat and altitude. The knockout phase of the tournament has seen several established teams pushed hard by underdogs.
- •England defeats DR Congo in the knockout phase
- •Harry Kane scores two goals, now at five for the tournament
- •Match saw DR Congo nearly go ahead twice
- •Controversial penalty decision against Kane not awarded
- •England will face Mexico next in the tournament
- 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Football Extra: England survive almighty scare – but their next challenge will be even tougher
"The knockout phase always changes the tempo but it has been a joy to see the likes of Japan, DR Congo and Paraguay pushing the more established football nations to the brink – and sometimes beyond. England beat a courageous DR Congo in the end, despite the heroics of goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, who was outstanding. It was a brilliant game that had everything: the drama of a lively underdog going ahead and almost going two up – what if Yoane Wissa had not hit the post from close range?
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