Harry Kane saves England with late brace in World Cup comeback against DR Congo

Harry Kane completed a dramatic World Cup comeback for England, scoring twice to secure a 2-1 win over DR Congo and set up a round-of-16 clash with Mexico. In a match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Brian Cipenga’s early goal after just a short period put England under immediate pressure and raised fears of another shocking elimination. Congo’s Yoane Wissa threatened late in the first half and Congo were particularly troublesome in the defensive third, but England responded after halftime with composure from manager Thomas Tuchel’s side. Kane’s equalizer and his second-half double completed the turnaround in the round of 32. The match also featured key moments involving penalties and VAR, while England survived late scare moments created by Congo. With the victory, England advance to play co-host Mexico at the Azteca in Mexico City.