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Noni Madueke aims to impact England's World Cup knockout stage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:16 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Noni Madueke aims to impact England's World Cup knockout stage

Summary

Noni Madueke believes he can provide the necessary spark for England as they prepare to face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup knockout stage on Wednesday in Atlanta. With England looking to overcome previous criticism following a lackluster group stage, including a 0-0 draw with Ghana, Madueke expressed confidence in his ability to unlock stubborn defenses. The DR Congo team has shown resilience, holding Portugal to a 1-1 draw. England captain Harry Kane and midfielder Jude Bellingham are expected to play pivotal roles in the match, contributing five goals between them. As England adjusts to the warm conditions in Kansas City, Madueke emphasizes the importance of confidence and teamwork in breaking through defensive setups.

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By the Numbers

•Madueke highlights confidence as key to breaking down defenses.
•England faces DR Congo in the knockout stage on June 29.
•DR Congo held Portugal to a 1-1 draw earlier in the tournament.
•Kane and Bellingham have scored five goals for England so far.
•Madueke competes with Saka for the right-wing position.

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8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Madueke says he can be England's World Cup game-changer

What they're saying

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Noni Madueke believes he can be England's spark as Thomas Tuchel's men prepare to face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the World Cup knockouts, with patience likely to be required against a stubborn defence.DR Congo, playing at their first World Cup since 1974, held Portugal to a 1-1 draw earlier in the tournament and are expected to set up defensively against Thomas Tuchel's team.
— Yahoo Sports

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