World Cup: Kane scores twice as England beat DR Congo

In a thrilling World Cup knockout match on July 1, 2026, Harry Kane scored two goals to lead England to a 3-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) in the Round of 16. This win marked England's continued success against African teams in World Cup knockout stages, maintaining an unbeaten record against them.

Kane's first goal came in the 23rd minute, setting the tone for England's dominance in the match. Just before halftime, Kane struck again, pushing England’s lead to 2-0. The team demonstrated strong offense throughout the match, outpacing DR Congo in possession and shot attempts.

In the second half, despite a spirited effort from DR Congo, who managed to score one goal through their forward in the 65th minute, England responded quickly with a third goal soon afterwards, securing their place in the quarter-finals of the tournament. Kane's performance was pivotal, and he was widely hailed as the man of the match. England's coach praised the team's effort and strategy, indicating confidence moving forward into the next rounds of the tournament.