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A peak audience of 16.3 million viewers watched England's dramatic 2-1 victory over DR Congo on BBC TV, with 10.4 million additional streams online. The match was the most-watched BBC moment of the year. England will face Mexico in the last 16 on Monday at 01:00 BST.
England labored against DR Congo's brave 4-4-2 formation before Harry Kane's double rescued them. The match exposed vulnerabilities that Mexico, with similar build-up tactics, could exploit in the last 16. Thomas Tuchel must decide between a compact block or a refined high press.
Harry Kane headed in from Anthony Gordon's cross to equalise for England against DR Congo in their round of 32 match in Atlanta.
Harry Kane was denied a penalty after going down under contact from DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi in the first half of their World Cup last-32 tie. Referee Adham Makhadmeh waved away appeals and VAR upheld the decision, sparking debate among pundits.
Micah Richards, Joe Hart, Wayne Rooney and Darren Cann debate whether England should have been awarded a penalty after Harry Kane went down under a challenge from DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi-Nzau.
England's penalty appeal was rejected after DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi appeared to bring down Harry Kane. The incident occurred during a match, but officials waved away the claims.
England's World Cup round of 32 match against DR Congo is underway. Fans can rate both sets of players out of 10, with final ratings based on average scores from BBC Sport users. The rater closes 30 minutes after full-time.
Brian Cipenga scored an early goal to give DR Congo a shock lead against England in their World Cup last-32 match in Atlanta.
England manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledges the pressure of World Cup knockout football but warns against underestimating DR Congo, who are no pushovers as the tournament enters a critical phase.
Marcus Rashford is set to retain his starting spot for England's World Cup round-of-32 match against DR Congo. Noni Madueke returns to the lineup as Bukayo Saka manages fitness, while Declan Rice replaces Morgan Rogers and Djed Spence starts as expected.
As England prepares to face DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32, manager Gareth Southgate faces key selection decisions. Who should replace the dropped player from the Panama win? Should Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Sako start on the wings? And who gets the nod at right-back?
England face DR Congo in the knockout stage. DR Congo's high-pressing 5-3-2 formation and 38.8% possession suggest a counter-attacking style, but their aggressive defense may leave gaps for England's wide players to exploit.
England manager Thomas Tuchel and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford spoke to BBC Radio 5 Live ahead of their Round of 32 match against DR Congo. They discussed expectations, penalty preparations, and the benefits of playing in an air-conditioned stadium.
Thomas Tuchel says DR Congo are an underdog who can't be underestimated.
DR Congo faces England in the World Cup last 32, 52 years after a disastrous debut as Zaire in 1974. The team lost all three matches, conceding 14 goals without scoring, amid protests over unpaid bonuses. The country also hosted the iconic Rumble in the Jungle that year, a moment of pride now seen as a chance for unity.
Wayne Rooney says he would start Kobbie Mainoo over Elliot Anderson in England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo. The former England captain praised Mainoo's ability in tight areas, while Emile Heskey questioned Thomas Tuchel's decision to bring on Jordan Henderson instead of Mainoo against Panama.
England, having won their group, face DR Congo in the last 32. A potential last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico awaits, with Brazil, Japan, Ivory Coast, or Norway as possible quarter-final opponents. The Three Lions aim for their third major final of the decade.
England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo will be broadcast live on BBC One and iPlayer. The BBC will also show Spain vs Austria, Portugal vs Croatia, Germany vs Paraguay, and other knockout games. All 16 matches are covered across BBC platforms.
DR Congo face England in the World Cup round of 32, their first knockout appearance since 1974. Under coach Sebastien Desabre, they have transformed into a defensively solid, counter-attacking side, led by captain Chancel Mbemba and striker Yoane Wissa.
DR Congo came from behind to beat Uzbekistan 2-1, securing their first-ever knockout stage appearance and a last-32 meeting with England at the World Cup.
