Harry Kane’s double propels England past Congo in World Cup knockout

England defeated the Democratic Republic of Congo 2‑1 in the World Cup round of 16 on 2 July 2026. Brian Cipenga opened the scoring for Congo in the seventh minute, but striker Harry Kane turned the match around with two goals in the 75th and 86th minutes, securing England’s progression.

England, coached by Thomas Tuchel, will meet tournament hosts Mexico in the quarter‑finals. In Germany, the match attracted 5.21 million viewers, representing a 32.2 % market share for the broadcast, with particularly strong viewership among adults aged 14‑49.

The win ends England’s campaign without further drama, while the broadcast figures highlight continued domestic interest in the tournament.