England play DR Congo in the World Cup Round of 32 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Wednesday, with a place in the round of 16 at stake. England, who top their group, enter the knockout match as the favorites. Several previews note that England’s group-stage results require patience against compact defenses, and they expect a similar challenge from DR Congo, a team that has already produced at least one strong result in the tournament, including holding Portugal to a draw in their opening match.
The winner of England vs. DR Congo advances to face the winner of the Round of 16 matchup between Mexico and Ecuador, scheduled in Mexico City. Team-news coverage across outlets focuses on predicted lineups and the matchups both sides may use, while one report highlights defensive availability issues for England, specifically ruling out Reece James and Jarell Quansah. Separate listings also provide guidance on how to watch the match through television and online platforms, along with the scheduled start time in some regions.
