England defeated DR Congo 2-1 in a World Cup knockout match, securing their place in the last 16. Harry Kane scored two goals in the final 15 minutes of the game, overturning a 1-0 deficit that DR Congo had held until the 75th minute.
This victory marks England's first comeback win in a World Cup knockout match since the 1966 final against Germany, according to Politis. Some sources, including newsit.gr and Alpha News, describe this as breaking a 60-year curse.
With his two goals, Harry Kane is reported by several outlets, including newsit.gr, Alpha News, and Politis, to have surpassed the legendary Pelé in a significant footballing achievement. England will now face Mexico in the last 16.
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