Overview
- England overturned a 0–1 deficit to beat Congo 2–1 after Harry Kane scored twice in the second half to clinch the victory on Wednesday.
- Congo took an early lead through Sipenga and their goalkeeper made several key saves before England broke through in the second half.
- The match was played at Atlanta Stadium as one of three first-round knockout games on July 1 in the expanded 2026 World Cup.
- The win sends England into the tournament's last 16 and strengthens Kane’s role as the team’s attacking leader going forward.
- Tournament play continues with other knockout ties such as Belgium vs Senegal and the host United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina as teams prepare for the next round.