England advanced to the next stage with a 2-1 victory over Congo DR at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Harry Kane secured the result with two goals in the final fifteen minutes, after Congo DR had stunned the favorites with an early seventh-minute opener through B. Cipenga. England dominated possession at 60 percent and created significantly more chances, recording sixteen shots to Congo DR's seven, though the visitors' goalkeeper made five crucial saves. Kane's decisive brace proved the difference, earning him player of the match honors with a rating of 8.3. The win sees England qualify from their group with seven points, confirming their place in the knockout rounds. Congo DR's campaign ends here after elimination from Group K with four points.