Harry Kane is on the cusp of another milestone in his England career as he prepares to lead the Three Lions in their 2026 FIFA World Cup 32nd Final clash against DR Congo in Atlanta.The England captain has scored three goals in the knockout stages of the World Cup and is just one strike away from equaling Sir Geoff Hurst’s tally of four, the second-highest goals scored by an England player in the knockout stages of the tournament. Only Gary Lineker scored more for the Three Lions at the World Cup with six knockout goals.
England’s all-time knockout goals at the World Cup
| Players | Knockout goals | attainment |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Lineker | 6 | England’s top scorer in the knockout games of the World Cup |
| Sir Geoff Hurst | 4 | Most remembered for his hat-trick in the 1966 World Cup final |
| Harry Kane | 3 | He could tie with Hurst in the round of 16 |
England v DR Congo
England take on DR Congo in a must-win round of 16 match at the Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday. Kick-off is scheduled for 12:00 local time (17:00 BST / 21:30 IST).Thomas Tuchel’s side progressed to the knockout stages after finishing unbeaten at the top of Group L. DR Congo, meanwhile, made history by reaching the knockout rounds of the World Cup for the first time, advancing as the best-placed third-placed team from Group K. The stakes couldn’t be higher, with the winner booking a place in the last 16, where Mexico await co-hosts Mexico. City. England started their campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia, then drew 0-0 with Ghana before sealing top spot with a win over Panama.
Predicted lineups
England (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Konsa, Stones, Guehi, O’Reilly; Anderson, Rice; Saka, Bellingham, Rashford; Kane.DR Congo (5-3-2): Mpasi; Kalulu, Mbemba, Inonga, Baka, Masuaku; Pristići, Moutoussamy, Sadiki; Wissa, Bakambu.
