World Cup 2026: England edges DR Congo while Belgium rallies past Senegal

In a thrilling World Cup 2026 match on July 2, 2026, England narrowly defeated DR Congo 2-1, thanks to a brace from Harry Kane. Belgium also showcased their resilience by coming from behind to win 3-2 against Senegal. The United States secured their first knockout victory since 2002 by beating Bosnia-Herzegovina and will face Belgium in the next round.

England's Narrow Victory Over DR Congo

England's match against DR Congo was a tense affair, with Harry Kane stepping up to score both goals for his team. The victory ensured England's progression to the last 16 of the tournament. DR Congo managed to score once, but it wasn't enough to secure a draw.

Belgium's Comeback Against Senegal

In another exciting encounter, Belgium fell behind early to Senegal but rallied to win 3-2. This match highlighted Belgium's strength and determination as they aim to make a deep run in the tournament. The Belgian side showcased their attacking prowess, scoring three goals to seal the victory.

United States Advances in World Cup 2026

The United States celebrated a significant achievement by winning their knockout game against Bosnia-Herzegovina. This marks their first knockout stage victory since 2002. They will face Belgium in the next round, setting up an exciting clash.

• Match results:
• England 2 - 1 DR Congo
• Belgium 3 - 2 Senegal
• United States 1 - 0 Bosnia-Herzegovina

In London, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round at Wimbledon. Coco Gauff faced a challenging match against Solana Sierra, winning 6-3, 3-6, 7-6. Additionally, World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka also reached the third round.