England play DR Congo in the World Cup last-32 match, with both teams making adjustments from their previous games. DR Congo come into the fixture after a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan and make one change: striker Cédric Bakambu is replaced by an additional midfielder, Ngal’ayel Mukau. The starting lineup includes several players with links to British football, such as Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Axel Tuanzebe, Noah Sadiki, and Yoane Wissa, with Aaron Tshibola and Edo Kayembe among those on the bench.
England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, name no major surprises in their XI after a 2-0 win over Panama, but they still rotate key positions. Tuchel makes three changes: Djed Spence starts at right-back after the injury to Jarell Quansah, Declan Rice returns by replacing Morgan Rogers, and Noni Madueke continues on the right wing, displacing Bukayo Saka.
Ahead of the game, commentary and analysis from outlets and former players frame the contest as potentially difficult for England, with DR Congo seen as capable of producing a major upset despite England’s preparation and squad selection.
