# World Cup 2026: England Survives DR Congo Scare, USMNT Faces Bosnia Tonight
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**July 1, 2026** — The 2026 FIFA World Cup is delivering drama in spades. England pulled off a stunning comeback against DR Congo to reach the Round of 16, while the USMNT prepares for a crucial knockout clash against Bosnia and Herzegovina tonight.
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## 🏴 England 2-1 DR Congo: Kane the Hero Again
England looked destined for an early exit when Brian Cipenga fired DR Congo ahead in the 7th minute, beating Jordan Pickford at his near post. The African side defended brilliantly, and England struggled to break through.
But **Harry Kane** had other plans.
### Kane Surpasses Pelé
With England desperate for a goal, **Anthony Gordon** came off the bench and changed the game. His 75th-minute cross found Kane at the back post, who powered a header home to equalize.
Then, with just four minutes remaining, Gordon recycled a saved Jude Bellingham effort, and Kane unleashed an unstoppable finish from the edge of the box to make it **2-1**.
That brace took Kane to **13 career World Cup goals** — officially surpassing **Pelé’s** legendary tally of 12.
> *”He’s just ridiculous. 72 goals this season — that’s just not normal.”* — Declan Rice on Harry Kane
According to Opta, this marked only the **second time in history** that England have won a World Cup match after conceding the first goal. The first? The **1966 final** against Germany.
### What’s Next for England?
Thomas Tuchel’s side now faces **Mexico** in the Round of 16 — a match that promises to test England’s newfound resilience.
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## 🇺🇸 USMNT vs Bosnia & Herzegovina — Tonight at 8 PM EDT
All eyes turn to the USMNT tonight as they face **Bosnia and Herzegovina** in a Round of 32 knockout match at **8:00 PM EDT**.
The USMNT has shown promise throughout the group stage, but knockout football is a different beast. Bosnia have been organized and dangerous, making this a genuine test for the American squad.
| Match | Time (EDT) | Stage |
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| USMNT vs Bosnia | 8:00 PM, July 1 | Round of 32 |
| England vs Mexico | TBD | Round of 16 |
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## 🌍 World Cup 2026 — Golden Boot Race
The race for the Golden Boot is heating up:
| Player | Goals | Team |
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| Kylian Mbappé | 6 | France |
| Lionel Messi | 6 | Argentina |
| Harry Kane | 5 | England |
| Erling Haaland | 5 | Norway |
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## 🏆 Sandro Tonali to Tottenham — £100m Mega Deal
In transfer news, **Tottenham Hotspur** have agreed a blockbuster deal with Newcastle to sign **Sandro Tonali** for a potential **£100 million**. The Italy international becomes Spurs’ record signing as they rebuild their midfield for the coming season.
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## ❓ FAQ
### Who scored for England against DR Congo?
Harry Kane scored both goals (75′, 86′), with Anthony Gordon providing both assists off the bench.
### What World Cup record did Harry Kane break?
Kane surpassed Pelé’s World Cup goal tally, reaching 13 career World Cup goals — the most by any English player in tournament history.
### When is the USMNT vs Bosnia match?
Tonight, July 1, 2026, at 8:00 PM EDT.
### Who will England face in the Round of 16?
England will face Mexico in the Round of 16 after Mexico advanced from Group H.
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