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England vs D.R. Congo Prediction & Betting tips
England will face DR Congo in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, in a match scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Atlanta Stadium. Thomas Tuchel’s side won Group L with a 2-0 victory over Panama in their final match. DR Congo, on the other hand, produced a historic performance in their first appearance at a finals tournament in 52 years, qualifying as the third-highest-placed team from a tough group with Portugal and Colombia high-scoring game due to the attacking quality on both sides. England start as the big favorite, with a 73.9% probability of victory in regulation time. Bookmakers offer odds of -375 (1.27) for an English success, while a historic victory for the Africans is priced at +1100 (12.00). The winner of this match will play in the round of 16 with the winner of Mexico or Ecuador.
England:
England showed some unconvincing performances in the group stage (including a 0-0 draw with Ghana), but individuals such as Jude Bellingham and top scorer Harry Kane were decisive. Thomas Tuchel is facing a real crisis at right-back. Reece James (thigh injury) and Jarell Quansah (ankle sprain) are unavailable. This will force Tuchel to improvise, most likely with Djed Spence or Ezri Konsa on the flank.
England (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Spence, Konsa, Guehi, O’Reilly; Rice, Anderson; Rogers, Bellingham, Saka; Kane.
D.R. Congo:
DR Congo, coached by Sébastien Desabre, showed remarkable defensive resilience. Their pragmatic style relies on quick counterattacks led by striker Yoane Wissa (scorer of three goals in the group). DR Congo, on the other hand, has a full squad.
DR Congo (5-3-2): Mpasi; Wan-Bissaka, Tuanzebe, Mbemba, Kapuadi, Masuaku; Moutoussamy, Sadiki, Kayembe; Wissa, Bakambu.
England vs D.R. Congo head to head matches
Today will be first confrontation between England and D.R. Congo.
* Our advice is: OVER 2.5 GOALS
* Selection odd for this bet is: 2.00
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