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Live: England vs DR Congo, FIFA World Cup Round of 32 live updatesLive
1 Jul 2026, 9:50 pm (45 days ago)· 7

Live: England vs DR Congo, FIFA World Cup Round of 32 live updates

England claimed a 2-1 win over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, with skipper Harry Kane netting both goals to carry his side through. The Three Lions now advance to the Round of 16 for a showdown with co-hosts Mexico.

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England have booked their place in the FIFA World Cup last 16 after beating DR Congo 2-1 in a Round of 32 clash, with captain Harry Kane scoring both goals for the Three Lions.

Kane does it all by himself

Harry Kane was the difference maker for England in this contest. The captain found the net twice, giving his side the lead against DR Congo and holding onto it till the final whistle. His brace pushed England one step further into the knockout stages of the tournament.

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DR Congo's run ends here

DR Congo came into the match fighting hard and managed to pull one goal back to keep things interesting, but they could not get past England's solid defence and Kane's clinical finishing. That result brings DR Congo's journey in the Round of 32 to a close.

Why the Round of 32 matters this time

This edition of the FIFA World Cup is being played in an expanded 48 team format, which has introduced a Round of 32 stage for the first time. Only the teams that get through this round advance to the Round of 16. England have cleared that hurdle by getting past DR Congo.

Mexico up next

With the win sealed, England will now take on co-host Mexico in the Round of 16. Playing on home soil, Mexico will have the crowd support behind them, which could make this a tough test for England.

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  • Full Time
  • 96:49
  • 51:12 — Half-Time
  • 27:02 — Yellow Card for Sadiki
  • 18:43 — Bellingham Shown Yellow Card
  1. Full Time

    Full Time

    The final whistle has blown. England win this contest 2-1 against DR Congo.
  2. Full Time

    96:49

    The second half is over. The scoreline stands at England 2, DR Congo 1.
  3. Free Kick

    96:27 — Miss

    Yoane Wissa (DR Congo) struck a right-footed direct free kick from beyond the box, but the effort sailed clean over the crossbar.
  4. Free Kick

    95' — Free Kick Conceded

    Jude Bellingham (England) commits a foul, surrendering possession via a free kick.
  5. Free Kick

    95' — Free Kick Won

    Yoane Wissa (DR Congo) earns a free kick for his team in the opposition half.
  6. Free Kick

    92:46 — Free Kick Conceded

    Axel Tuanzebe (DR Congo) is penalised for committing a foul.
  7. Free Kick

    92:46 — Free Kick Won

    Harry Kane (England) picks up a free kick for his side in the attacking half.
  8. Free Kick

    92:02 — Free Kick Won

    Marc Guéhi (England) secures a free kick for his team in their own defensive half.
  9. Free Kick

    92:02 — Free Kick Conceded

    Fiston Mayele (DR Congo) gives away a foul.

  10. 90:54 — Substitution (England)

    England make a change: John Stones steps onto the pitch, replacing Declan Rice.
  11. Free Kick

    90:22 — Free Kick Conceded

    Anthony Gordon (England) gives away a foul.
  12. Free Kick

    90:22 — Free Kick Won

    Théo Bongonda (DR Congo) earns a free kick out on the right flank.

  13. 89:59 — Added Time Announced

    The fourth official has signalled that six minutes of stoppage time will be played at the end of this half.

  14. 89:42 — Miss

    Harry Kane (England) unleashed a right-footed effort from outside the penalty area, but the ball flew high and wide to the right of the goal. Elliot Anderson had set up the opportunity for him.

  15. 88:33 — Substitution (DR Congo)

    DR Congo bring on Fiston Mayele, who takes the place of Samuel Moutoussamy.

  16. 88:30 — Substitution (DR Congo)

    DR Congo make another change: Joris Kayembe comes on to the pitch in place of Arthur Masuaku.
  17. Corner

    85:33 Goal

    England 2, Congo DR 1. Harry Kane drilled a right-footed effort from the right flank of the penalty area into the top right corner of the net. The move was set up by Anthony Gordon.
  18. Corner

    85:26 Attempt Saved

    Jude Bellingham shaped a left-footed attempt from a tight angle on the left, only for Congo DR goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi to get down to the bottom left corner and keep it out. Elliot Anderson had threaded the through ball to create the opening.
  19. Corner

    84:53 Attempt Saved

    Meschack Elia had a go at goal from long range on the left with his right foot, but England custodian Jordan Pickford reacted sharply to his bottom left to keep the effort out.

  20. 84:14 Miss

    Anthony Gordon met Elliot Anderson's cross with a header from the heart of the penalty area, but the ball strayed just wide to the right of the goal.
  21. Free Kick

    80:06 Free Kick Won

    Ezri Konsa earned England a free kick in the opposition half of the pitch.
  22. Free Kick

    80:06 Free Kick Lost

    A foul by Meschack Elia of Congo DR handed England the free kick.

  23. 78:22 Miss

    Elliot Anderson picked up a pass from Harry Kane and let fly with a right-footed shot from outside the area, but the ball climbed just a fraction too high and cleared the crossbar.

  24. 75:46 — Substitution (Congo DR)

    Congo DR make a further change, bringing Edo Kayembe onto the pitch to take over from Ngal'ayel Mukau.

  25. 75:32 — Substitution (Congo DR)

    Congo DR ring the changes again: Théo Bongonda steps onto the pitch in place of Brian Cipenga.
  26. Corner

    74:03 — GOAL! England 1-1 Congo DR — Harry Kane Strikes Back

    England are back on level terms! Harry Kane meets a delivery from Anthony Gordon with a powerful header from the middle of the penalty area, directing the ball into the bottom left corner to make it England 1, Congo DR 1.
  27. Free Kick

    72:16 — Free Kick Won (England)

    Eberechi Eze draws a foul and earns England a free kick out on the right wing.
  28. Free Kick

    72:16 — Foul (Congo DR)

    Brian Cipenga of Congo DR is penalized by the referee for a foul.
  29. Corner

    71:29 — Corner (England)

    England are awarded a corner kick after Aaron Wan-Bissaka concedes one.

  30. 69:56 — Substitution (England)

    England make a change: Eberechi Eze is brought on to replace Djed Spence.

  31. 69:47 — Delay Over

    The stoppage has concluded and both sets of players are ready to resume the contest.

  32. 67:10 — Match Halted for Drinks Break

    Play has been temporarily suspended to allow the players a scheduled drinks break.
  33. Free Kick

    65:49 — Foul (England)

    Ezri Konsa of England is called up for a foul by the match official.
  34. Free Kick

    65:49 — Free Kick Won (Congo DR)

    Yoane Wissa wins a free kick for Congo DR in the opposition's defensive half.
  35. Free Kick

    64:40 — Foul (Congo DR)

    Meschack Elia of Congo DR is judged to have committed a foul.
  36. Free Kick

    64:40 — Free Kick Won (England)

    Nico O'Reilly picks up a free kick for England in the defensive third of the pitch.

  37. 63:33 — Substitution (Congo DR)

    Congo DR make a tactical switch: Meschack Elia is introduced to the game as a replacement for Nathanaël Mbuku.
  38. Corner

    62:25 — Corner (Congo DR)

    Congo DR win a corner kick, which Elliot Anderson was responsible for conceding.

  39. 62:22 — Attempt Blocked (Congo DR)

    Nathanaël Mbuku sends a left-footed effort goalward from outside the area, but it is denied — the attempt, set up by Brian Cipenga, is blocked before it can reach the net.
  40. Corner

    61:52 — Corner (Congo DR)

    Nico O'Reilly gives away possession from which Congo DR earn another corner kick.

  41. 61:33 — Attempt Blocked (Congo DR)

    Brian Cipenga unleashes a right-footed drive from outside the penalty area, but the effort is blocked. The move was crafted by Noah Sadiki.

  42. 60:12 — Substitution (England)

    England bring on Anthony Gordon to take over from Marcus Rashford as the hour mark approaches.

  43. 60:02 — Substitution (England)

    England also swap in Bukayo Saka, who takes the place of Noni Madueke at the hour mark.
  44. Offside

    54:31 — Offside Call Halts Congo Move

    A DR Congo attack in the 54th minute was brought to a halt by an offside flag. Ngal'ayel Mukau was judged to have strayed into an offside position.

  45. 53:28 — Rashford Header Flies Over the Bar

    Marcus Rashford directed a header towards goal from the middle of the box in the 53rd minute, but the ball sailed high and drifted wide to the left. Noni Madueke had set up the opportunity with a cross into the area.

  46. 50:50 — Rashford Left-Foot Shot Narrowly Misses

    Marcus Rashford unleashed a left-footed effort from the left side of the box in the 50th minute, coming agonisingly close but slipping just past the left post. Jude Bellingham had played him through following a swift counter-attack.
  47. Corner

    49:04 — Corner Awarded to England

    England were given a corner kick in the 49th minute, awarded after Arthur Masuaku put the ball behind.
  48. Corner

    48:20 — England Win Another Corner

    England earned yet another corner kick in the 48th minute, this one given away by Ngal'ayel Mukau.
  49. Free Kick

    45:57 — England Win a Free Kick

    England's Harry Kane has earned a free kick for his side, with the set piece awarded in their own defensive half.
  50. Free Kick

    45:57 — Foul Given Against Samuel Moutoussamy

    DR Congo's Samuel Moutoussamy was penalised for a foul, which is what handed England the free kick opportunity.
  51. Kick Off

    45' — Second Half Kicks Off

    The second period of this Round of 32 fixture is now underway. The scoreline at the restart reads England 0, DR Congo 1.
  52. Half Time

    51:12 — Half-Time

    The first half has concluded. The scoreboard at the break reads England 0, Congo DR 1.
  53. Corner

    50:55 — Attempt Saved

    Harry Kane (England) unleashed a right-footed effort from the right edge of the six-yard area, but Lionel Mpasi (Congo DR) dived to his bottom right to push it away. The chance was crafted by Declan Rice, who sent in a cross to set it up.
  54. Corner

    50:21 — Corner

    England are awarded a corner kick, given away by Nathanaël Mbuku.
  55. Free Kick

    49:41 — Free Kick Won

    Elliot Anderson (England) is brought down in his own half, earning England a free kick in the defensive zone.
  56. Free Kick

    49:41 — Free Kick Lost

    Samuel Moutoussamy (Congo DR) is penalised after committing a foul.
  57. Offside

    49:16 — Offside

    The offside flag is raised against Congo DR, with Brian Cipenga adjudged to have been in an illegal position.
  58. Free Kick

    47:07 — Free Kick Lost

    Ngal'ayel Mukau (Congo DR) is penalised for a foul against the opposition.
  59. Free Kick

    47:07 — Free Kick Won

    Djed Spence (England) wins a free kick for his side after being fouled in England's defensive half.
  60. Corner

    46:29 — Mpasi Denies Bellingham's Header

    Lionel Mpasi pulled off a fine save for DR Congo, diving to his bottom-left corner to deny a header from Jude Bellingham, who had connected from the middle of the penalty area. The chance was created by Noni Madueke, who whipped in the cross.

  61. 44:59 — Six Minutes of Stoppage Time Announced

    The fourth official has held up the board indicating six additional minutes of play at the end of the first half.

  62. 41:49 — Wissa Rattles the Woodwork for DR Congo

    Yoane Wissa came agonizingly close to extending DR Congo's lead, sending a right-footed attempt from point-blank range crashing off the right post.
  63. Free Kick

    40:45 — Mukau Concedes a Free Kick

    Ngal'ayel Mukau of DR Congo is penalised for a foul, handing England a set-piece opportunity.
  64. Free Kick

    40:45 — Bellingham Earns England a Free Kick

    Jude Bellingham is brought down inside DR Congo's half, winning England a free kick in that area.
  65. Offside

    37:18 — Wan-Bissaka Flagged for Offside

    The assistant referee raises his flag as Aaron Wan-Bissaka of DR Congo is judged to be in an offside position.
  66. Corner

    39:28 — DR Congo Win a Corner Kick

    Nico O'Reilly of England sends the ball over his own goal line, giving DR Congo a corner kick.

  67. 38:49 — Madueke's Effort Blocked

    Noni Madueke of England drives a left-footed attempt from the right side of the penalty box, but a DR Congo defender steps across to block it. The move was set up by Jude Bellingham.
  68. Free Kick

    37:34 — Mukau Penalised Again

    Ngal'ayel Mukau of DR Congo gives away another foul, conceding possession to England once more.
  69. Free Kick

    37:34 — Rashford Wins Free Kick on Left Flank

    Marcus Rashford draws a foul while advancing down the left flank, earning England a free kick in that channel.
  70. Free Kick

    36:03 — Mukau Wins Free Kick in Own Half

    Ngal'ayel Mukau of DR Congo wins a free kick for his side after being fouled in the defensive third of the pitch.
  71. Free Kick

    36:03 — O'Reilly Concedes a Foul

    Nico O'Reilly of England is called up for a foul, surrendering a free kick to the Congolese side.

  72. 35:23 — Madueke's Long-Range Attempt Blocked

    Noni Madueke of England tries his luck from beyond the penalty area with his left foot, but a DR Congo defender manages to get a block on the shot.

  73. 34:41 — Rashford Blocked from Centre of Box

    Marcus Rashford receives from Nico O'Reilly and fires a right-footed attempt from the heart of the penalty area, only to be denied by a DR Congo block.

  74. 34:39 — O'Reilly Misses from Point-Blank Range

    Nico O'Reilly of England blazes wide to the left from point-blank range after being played in by Noni Madueke, wasting a golden opportunity.

  75. 34:31 — Kane's Shot Blocked at Centre of Box

    Harry Kane of England gets a right-footed effort away from the middle of the penalty area, but a DR Congo defender throws himself in the way to block the attempt.
  76. Free Kick

    33:11 — O'Reilly Fouls, DR Congo Win Set-Piece

    Nico O'Reilly of England is penalised for a foul, gifting DR Congo a set-piece chance.
  77. Free Kick

    33:11 — Mbuku Earns DR Congo a Free Kick

    Nathanaël Mbuku of DR Congo is fouled in his own defensive half, earning his side a free kick.

  78. 31:54 — Cipenga's Strike Goes High and Wide

    Brian Cipenga of DR Congo unleashes a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but the ball sails high and wide to the right of the target. Arthur Masuaku provided the assist.

  79. 29:03 — Mpasi Denies Bellingham Header

    Declan Rice delivered a cross from the right flank and Jude Bellingham met it with a powerful header from the middle of the penalty area. Congo DR goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, however, produced a brilliant stop, turning the ball away at the top centre of his goal.
  80. Yellow Card

    27:02 — Yellow Card for Sadiki

    Congo DR's Noah Sadiki has been booked by the referee after committing a reckless challenge, receiving a yellow card for his troubles.
  81. Free Kick

    26:47 — Sadiki Gives Away a Foul

    Noah Sadiki of Congo DR has been whistled for a foul by the match official.
  82. Free Kick

    26:47 — Spence Earns Free Kick on the Right Flank

    England's Djed Spence has been awarded a free kick out on the right wing after being brought down by the opposition.

  83. 25:09 — Match Resumes After Break

    The stoppage has come to an end and both sides are set to get back underway on the pitch.

  84. 22:12 — Play Halted for Drinks Break

    The game has been temporarily paused to allow players on the field to take a drinks break.
  85. Free Kick

    20:35 — Rashford Penalised for Foul

    England's Marcus Rashford has been penalised for a foul, handing Congo DR a set-piece chance.
  86. Free Kick

    20:35 — Wan-Bissaka Wins Free Kick in Defensive Half

    Congo DR's Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been fouled in his own defensive half, winning his side a free kick.
  87. Yellow Card

    18:43 — Bellingham Shown Yellow Card

    England midfielder Jude Bellingham has been cautioned after the referee judged his challenge to be a reckless one, picking up a yellow card.
  88. Free Kick

    18:34 — Bellingham Flagged for Foul

    Jude Bellingham has been called up for a foul, surrendering possession back to Congo DR.
  89. Free Kick

    18:34 — Mbuku Picks Up Free Kick in Attacking Half

    Congo DR's Nathanaël Mbuku has won a free kick after being brought down in the attacking half of the pitch.
  90. Free Kick

    16:23 — Madueke Whistled for Foul

    England's Noni Madueke has been penalised by the referee for a foul, giving Congo DR a free kick.
  91. Free Kick

    16:23 — Cipenga Awarded Free Kick in Own Half

    Congo DR's Brian Cipenga has been awarded a free kick after a foul was committed against him in his own defensive half of the field.
  92. Corner

    13:30 — England Win a Corner Kick

    Samuel Moutoussamy of Congo DR sent the ball behind his own goal line, conceding a corner kick to England.
  93. Free Kick

    10:52 Free kick conceded

    Brian Cipenga of DR Congo commits an infringement, giving away a free kick.
  94. Free Kick

    10:52 Free kick won

    England's Noni Madueke earns a free kick within his team's defensive area.
  95. Free Kick

    9:44 Free kick won

    Nathanaël Mbuku of DR Congo is fouled, earning a free kick in his own defensive half.
  96. Free Kick

    9:44 Foul conceded

    Nico O'Reilly of England commits a foul, conceding a free kick to the opponents.

  97. 9:37 Match resumes

    The brief stoppage in play has concluded, and both teams are ready to get back to action.

  98. 8:02 Play stopped

    The referee has stopped the match due to an injury concern for DR Congo's Lionel Mpasi.
  99. Corner

    6:27 Goal scored!

    Goal! England 0, DR Congo 1. Brian Cipenga scores with a precise right-footed strike from the left side of the penalty area, sending it straight into the bottom-left corner. The assist was provided by Chancel Mbemba.
  100. Free Kick

    2:53 Foul committed

    Marcus Rashford of England is penalized for a foul, giving the opposition a free kick.
  101. Free Kick

    2:53 Free kick secured

    Ngal'ayel Mukau of DR Congo successfully draws a foul and wins a free kick in his defensive half.
  102. Offside

    1:41 Offside flagged

    Offside against DR Congo. Yoane Wissa is flagged by the linesman for making his run too early.
  103. Kick Off

    First half underway

    The referee blows the whistle and the first half of the match has officially commenced.

  104. 15th appearance for Kane and Rashford

    Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford are earning their 15th caps at a World Cup, representing the joint-highest tally for any outfield players in England men's senior international history.

  105. DR Congo's road to the knockout stage

    Draw vs Portugal (1-1) Loss vs Colombia (0-1) Win vs Uzbekistan (3-1)

  106. England's road to the knockout stage

    Win vs Croatia (4-2) Draw vs Ghana (0-0) Win vs Panama (2-0)

  107. Lineups announced

    The starting lineups have been revealed, and the players have taken to the pitch for their pre-match warm-ups. England: Jordan Pickford (GK); Eric Konsa, John Stones, Marc Guéhi, Nico O’Reilly; Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice; Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, Marcus Rashford; Harry Kane. Democratic Republic of Congo: Lionel Mpasi (GK); Wan-Bissaka, Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba (c), Arthur Masuaku; Noah Sadiki, Samuel Moutoussamy, Nathanaël Mbuku; Yoane Wissa, Cédric Bakambu, Brian Cipenga.
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