The Democratic Republic of Congo is out of the 2026 World Cup. The Leopards took the lead with a goal from Cipenga, but Harry Kane equalized and then scored the winning goal for the Three Lions.

What happened?

The English dominated possession, but the Congolese created scoring opportunities. Goalkeeper Mpasi made several important saves to keep his team alive.

Why does it matter for DR Congo?

This loss ends DR Congo's hopes of advancing in the World Cup. The Leopards had shown good resistance, but ultimately succumbed to English pressure.

What's next?

DR Congo will have to rebuild and prepare for upcoming competitions. The players and coaching staff will have to analyze their mistakes and work on improving their game.

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