Despite England's 2-1 comeback victory, many supporters said they were proud of the Leopards' performance after the team pushed one of football's traditional powerhouses close
Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi (1) save the ball during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between England and Congo in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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DR Congo's World Cup dream has come to an end after the Leopards lost to the Three Lions during a nail-biting game on July 1.…
The historic run to the last 32 and a match against England have left proud fans back home dancing late into the night
Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Sébastien Desabre saluted his players for their fighting spirit after their last-gasp…
ATLANTA, July 1 : Democratic Republic of Congo coach Sebastien Desabre said his side had left a positive image of their football…
England have put their fans through the wringer again in their first knockout match at the World Cup.
Thomas Tuchel said England had defied the ghosts of previous major tournament disappointments by coming from behind to avoid a…
