The World Cup’s knockout picture sharpened dramatically, with England and France both surviving in very different styles. England looked headed for humiliation in Atlanta after falling behind to DR Congo, only for Harry Kane to rescue them with two late goals in a 2-1 comeback th...
The World Cup’s knockout picture sharpened dramatically, with England and France both surviving in very different styles. England looked headed for humiliation in Atlanta after falling behind to DR Congo, only for Harry Kane to rescue them with two late goals in a 2-1 comeback that sets up a last-16 clash with hosts Mexico in Mexico City. France were far more comfortable, sweeping past Sweden 3-0 as Kylian Mbappé struck twice to continue his blistering tournament. Mexico, meanwhile, made history at a roaring Estadio Azteca, beating Ecuador 2-0 to end a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout win. But the celebrations turned tragic, with four people reported dead in overcrowded scenes in the capital, a grim reminder of the risks surrounding football’s biggest occasions. Elsewhere, Belgium and Senegal prepare for a high-stakes meeting in Seattle.
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- Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo (39 sources)
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- Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to end 40-year World Cup knockout drought and reach last 16 (15 sources)
- Three people die of asphyxiation during Mexico City World Cup celebrations (14 sources)
- Belgium vs Senegal in World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at Seattle Stadium (14 sources)
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