England defeated Congo 2–1 in a World Cup round-of-32 match in Atlanta, with captain Harry Kane scoring two late goals to rescue the team from a shock elimination. Coach Thomas Tuchel credited the comeback as evidence the team had overcome past tournament disappointments, keeping England's 60-year wait to win a major tournament alive.
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England came from behind to defeat Congo 2–1 in the World Cup round of 32 in Atlanta, with captain Harry Kane scoring two late goals. The team now faces Mexico on Sunday at the Azteca Stadium.
Why it matters
Coach Thomas Tuchel said the comeback showed England had overcome the disappointments of previous major tournaments. The win keeps alive the team's bid to end a 60-year wait to win a major tournament.
What to watch
England plays Mexico next, which will have home advantage at the historic Azteca Stadium on Sunday.
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