England, World Cup and DR Congo
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England, Knockouts
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England’s round of 32 opponents and route to World Cup final
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Reece James, Tuchel and England
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Harry Kane broke Gary Lineker's record to become England's all-time leading World Cup scorer as the Three Lions beat Panama 2-0.
England is heading to the knockout round of the 2026 World Cup! Here's how to get tickets for England's first elimination match in Atlanta.
England midfielder Jude Bellingham had Harry Kane on the mind after the Three Lions advanced to the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
Ollie Whitmore, Chief football news reporterEngland will face DR Congo in the round of 32 in Atlanta after beating Panama to finish as Group L winners, while the African side earned a first ever win
England's World Cup last-32 game against DR Congo will be shown live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with all 16 first knockout round ties covered across BBC Sport.
England should still be considered a favorite to win the World Cup, but their group stage was a mixed bag of performances.
England’s World Cup fixtures changed overnight after FIFA shake-up
BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions' win over Panama in the World Cup.
