2026 World Cup Key News Central News Agency (CNA Atlanta, July 1st, Foreign News) England captain Harry Kane showed his superstar value today, leading his team to come from behind and defeat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1. The Democratic Republic of Congo led for 75 minutes of the match, but Kane scored twice in the final moments to secure the victory. The team will face Mexico in the Round of 16. Kane (Harry Kane), who scored all of his team's goals today, said after the match, "We talked about everyone having a hero moment, it could be anyone in the team, like the goalkeeper Jordan Pickford's saves, the defenders' blocks, whoever it is. We all have hero moments, and for me, today was my hero moment." In the match between England and the Democratic Republic of Congo, England was led by Kane, who plays for Bayern Munich in the German Bundesliga. All parties favored England to advance to the Round of 16 before the match. However, the Democratic Republic of Congo, making their first appearance in the World Cup knockout stage, took the lead in the 7th minute. Brian Cipenga, who plays in the Spanish second division, scored the opening goal against England with an assist from Chancel Mbemba, putting the Democratic Republic of Congo ahead 1-0. England had 48% possession in the first half, significantly more than the Democratic Republic of Congo's 41%, but all four of their shots on target were saved by the Democratic Republic of Congo's goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi. Notably, in the 6th minute of added time, Kane's volley from a teammate's cross was still blocked by Mpasi with his legs, completely preventing him from breaking through the opponent's goal. The Democratic Republic of Congo scored a valuable goal with their only shot on target in the first half, while England, despite increasing their attacks after the hydration break, continuously faced defensive issues. A great chance for the Democratic Republic of Congo to extend their lead narrowly hit the post. England f