Harry Kane scores twice as England edges DR Congo in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:33 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Harry Kane scored both goals to lead England to a 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match on July 2. After trailing for over an hour, Kane equalized with a strike from Anthony Gordon's cross and later secured the win with a powerful shot from close range. England's performance marks their first comeback in a knockout match since 1966, highlighting Kane's crucial role as captain. The victory progresses England to the Round of 16.
- •Harry Kane scores twice, leading England to a 2-1 victory.
- •England comes from behind to win their knockout match.
- •This victory marks their first comeback in World Cup knockout games since 1966.
- •Kane reaches five goals in this World Cup and 84 in his England career.
- •England progresses to the Round of 16 in the tournament.
- 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — The secret to Harry Kane’s greatness – and why this World Cup is different
"Harry Kane’s remarkable season continued with a double to inspire a memorable World Cup comeback win for England but, as Miguel Delaney details, it was enabled by a unique mindset and vast experience
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