Kane saves England with late brace in World Cup comeback win v Congo

Harry Kane’s late brace secured England’s World Cup comeback win over the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 2-1, and set up a last-16 tie with co-host Mexico. After Brian Cipenga scored early for Congo, England were left to chase the game under growing pressure at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Congo’s goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi frustrated England repeatedly, denying chances including multiple saves around Jude Bellingham and Kane before halftime. The match turned after the break when Kane headed in the equalizer in the 75th minute and then struck again in the 86th minute to complete the turnaround. England also faced denied penalty appeals and late attempts, but substituted Anthony Gordon twice helped create the decisive moments. The victory marked England’s first World Cup match win after conceding first since the 1966 final, and they will play Mexico at the Azteca next.