England vs. Congo DR LIVE: World Cup 2026 reaction as Harry Kane saves Three Lions to set up Mexico clash
Harry Kane's late-game heroics propel England past DR Congo and break a long-standing World Cup goal record.
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The brief
England has advanced to a match against Mexico after a dramatic victory over DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup. Harry Kane scored late to prevent an upset and surpass Pelé's total number of World Cup goals.
Coverage from ESPN, Yahoo Sports, and the BBC emphasizes Kane's critical role in the win and the resulting shift in the tournament landscape. Bleacher Report has updated the Round of 32 schedule and betting odds following Wednesday's results.
Attention now turns to the upcoming clash between England and Mexico, as well as player performance ratings following the match against DR Congo.
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Quick answers
Who does England play next?
England is set to face Mexico.
What record did Harry Kane break?
Kane broke Pelé's total for World Cup goals.
When did these results occur?
The results were reported following matches played on Wednesday.
Coverage (10)
- Harry Kane saves England against DR Congo. Captain’s heroics set up World Cup clash with Mexico The New York Times · 2h ago
- Harry Kane: I had my World Cup 'hero moment' with brace vs. Congo DR ESPN · 2h ago broke it first
- Harry Kane’s intervention saves England a moment of generational trauma in waiting The Guardian · 2h ago
- World Cup 2026: Rate the players in England v DR Congo BBC · 2h ago
- The Game’s About The Ballers Defector · 2h ago
- Updated World Cup 2026 Bracket, Odds and Round of 32 Schedule After Wednesday's Results Bleacher Report · 2h ago
- England's Kane delivers in dramatic World Cup win vs. Congo DR ESPN · 2h ago broke it first
- Harry Kane's late brilliance saves England from stunning upset against DR Congo Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Harry Kane breaks Pelé World Cup goals total ESPN · 3h ago broke it first
- England vs. Congo DR LIVE: World Cup 2026 reaction as Harry Kane saves Three Lions to set up Mexico clash ESPN · 3h ago broke it first
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