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England will face the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Time: Today (July 1, 2026) 19:00 (Turkey Time). Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium. City / Country: Atlanta, USA.

England’s win probability: 73.9%,
DR Congo’s win probability: 11.3%,
while the draw (after extra time) probability is 14.8%.

Advancement Chance: England’s overall rate of making it to the Round of 16 is calculated at 82.0%, while
DR Congo is given an 18.0% chance.
Possession Pressure: While England averaged 65.3% possession in the group stage (third in the tournament), DR Congo, at 38.5%, has drawn a profile that prefers to leave the ball to the opponent.

England (Three Lions): Under Thomas Tuchel, in 11 official matches they have not suffered a defeat (10 wins, 1 draw). Declan Rice, rested in midfield, returns to the starting XI. However, due to injuries to Reece James and Jarell Quansah at right back, Djed Spence is expected to start the match. In attack, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who are in form with 3 goals in the tournament, are their biggest strengths.

DR Congo (Leopards): They advanced to this round from the best third-place spot after drawing 1-1 with Portugal in the tournament and beating Uzbekistan 3-1. Coach Sébastien Desabre is expected to set up a completely shut and compact 5-3-2 defensive block. Their biggest threat is counter-attacking danger Yoane Wissa, who plays for Newcastle United and has scored 3 goals in the tournament.

( My score prediction: England 3 - 0 DR Congo )
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