England faces DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. England, unbeaten in group play, aims to advance, while DR Congo, making their knockout stage debut, seeks to continue their dream run. Opta's supercomputer predicts a 73.9% chance of an England win.
England's World Cup campaign is hit by right-back injuries as Jarell Quansah and Reece James miss training. Quansah suffered a twisted ankle, while James has a hamstring issue. Both are doubtful for the DR Congo match, raising questions about squad selection.
Former England captain Wayne Rooney advocates for Kobbie Mainoo to start over Elliot Anderson in England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo, citing Mainoo's tight-area skills. Fellow pundit Emile Heskey also questioned Mainoo's benching in a previous game.
Former England captain Wayne Rooney advocates for Kobbie Mainoo to start ahead of Elliot Anderson in England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo, citing Mainoo's ability in tight areas. Other pundits debate player selections for the upcoming game.
England's Noni Madueke cautions against underestimating the Democratic Republic of the Congo in their upcoming World Cup last-32 tie in Atlanta, expecting a difficult game despite hopes for a more fluent attacking display than against Ghana. He also discussed penalty practice and competition with Bukayo Saka.
Michel Kuka Mboladinga, aka 'Lumumba Vea', DR Congo's famous football supporter, was denied a US visa, missing his country's historic 3-1 World Cup win over Uzbekistan, amid scrutiny over US entry policies.
DR Congo's prominent World Cup superfan, Michel Kuka Mboladinga, known for his tribute to Patrice Lumumba, will miss the crucial match against Uzbekistan due to a denied US visa.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Communication and Media reported 17 additional Ebola deaths in the past day, bringing the total to 321. Confirmed cases rose by 48 to 1,203. The outbreak, which began May 15 in eastern DRC, has also seen cases in Uganda.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed a case against Rwanda at the ICJ, accusing it of breaching international treaties by dispatching forces and backing armed groups for unlawful military operations on its territory. DR Congo seeks accountability for alleged breaches of conventions covering genocide prevention, racial discrimination, women's rights, and torture.
Saudi Arabia has suspended travel for its citizens and halted visa issuance for travelers from DR Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan, and those transiting from these nations within 21 days, as a precautionary measure against Ebola spread.
Colombia secured a spot in the World Cup knockout stage by defeating the Democratic Republic of the Congo 1-0 in Zapopan, Mexico. This marks Colombia's first playoff appearance in eight years, and they currently lead Group K with 6 points.
Daniel Muñoz scored the winning goal in the 76th minute as Colombia defeated DR Congo 1-0, securing their place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage. Goalkeeper Mpasi made several saves for DR Congo, while Colombia's Vargas also made crucial stops.
Colombia secured a 1-0 victory over DR Congo thanks to a late deflection goal by Daniel Muñoz, ensuring their passage to the last 32 of the tournament. DR Congo's goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi made numerous saves, but a deflection off Steve Kapuadi ultimately proved decisive.
Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, known as Lumumba Vea, finally attended a FIFA World Cup match for DR Congo against Colombia after missing the opener due to quarantine. Famous for his 'living statue' impersonation of Patrice Lumumba, he aims to inspire his team.
Colombia secured their spot in the FIFA World Cup round of 32 with a 1-0 win against the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Daniel Munoz scored the decisive goal in the 76th minute, securing Colombia's second consecutive victory in Group K.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals and set records in Portugal's 5-0 World Cup win over Uzbekistan. He declared "I'm back" to the camera, later explaining it was a reminder. Zlatan Ibrahimović sarcastically questioned the declaration, stating Ronaldo never left.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals and declared "I'm back" after criticism, leading Portugal to a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan. Zlatan Ibrahimović responded sarcastically, questioning the declaration.
The WHO reported the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has the highest number of confirmed cases in its first month in Africa, with over 1,000 cases and 267 deaths. Meanwhile, Kenya halted construction of a US-backed quarantine facility after protests and court orders.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. The brace came after a "difficult, dark week" of criticism following a draw against DR Congo.
Daniel Muñoz's 76th-minute goal propelled Colombia to a 1-0 victory over DR Congo, securing their spot in the World Cup knockout stage. Despite DR Congo's strong goalkeeping, Colombia's win places them atop Group K.
Colombia and DR Congo faced off in a Group K match. Colombia dominated possession and created chances, but DR Congo's goalkeeper Mpasi made several key saves. A storm also forced a suspension of Colombia's training session prior to the match. In another match, Croatia defeated Panama 1-0, eliminating Panama from World Cup contention.
Senegal faces Norway in a crucial World Cup qualifier, with African performance at the tournament under scrutiny. Despite increased representation, many African teams have struggled, highlighting a need for strong performances to justify expanded slots.
The 2026 World Cup in the USA is a tournament of stark contrasts, from the volume of matches and the quality of stadiums to the varying levels of local engagement with football amidst other popular sports. Despite logistical challenges and mixed public interest, the event showcases the scale and cultural diversity of the host nation.
Scotland's World Cup progression hinges on complex calculations after a loss to Morocco. They aim to be among the best third-placed teams, requiring favorable results from other groups and a strong performance against Brazil.
