England’s Harry Kane scores twice late to complete a comeback against DR Congo and secure the team’s place in the World Cup last 16. Multiple outlets report that England fall behind early, with DR Congo taking the lead within minutes of kick-off. As the match moves toward the end of regulation, England appear at risk of an unexpected elimination. Kane becomes the focal point of the turnaround, netting two late goals that level the score and then put England ahead. The Athletic, along with other reports, states that the victory prevents a shocking upset and ensures England progress to the knockout stage. The sources also agree that the result sets up England’s next match against Mexico in the last 16. Several outlets describe the finish as dramatic, highlighting the significance of Kane’s late intervention for England’s qualification for the next round, and noting emotional scenes following the final whistle.
Harry Kane scores late brace to send England into World Cup last 16 vs Mexico
England’s Harry Kane scores twice late to complete a comeback against DR Congo and secure the team’s place in the World Cup last 16. Multiple outlets report that England fall behind early, with DR Con...
- England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a World Cup group-stage match.
- Harry Kane scores two late goals to complete the turnaround.
- DR Congo take an early lead, with the goal arriving within seven minutes.
- England qualify for the World Cup last 16 with the win.
- England set up a knockout match against Mexico next.
Harry Kane's goals fired England into the round of 16 when they were on the verge being knocked out of the World Cup by DR Congo on Wednesday, and there were emotional scenes at full-time
1 month agoKane’s men fell behind to the African nation after just seven minutes but finally fought back to set up a last-16 clash with Mexico.
1 month agoEngland avoided a shocking upset Wednesday.
1 month agoThe England captain struck twice late on to turn the match around against DR Congo and seal England's place in the last 16 of the World Cup
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