England began their match against DR Congo at 6:00 PM CET, having previously topped Group L. DR Congo, however, has surprised many by taking an early lead in the match. The Congolese team recently demonstrated strong defensive capabilities by effectively containing Cristiano Ronaldo. Now, the question is whether they can replicate that success against England’s Harry Kane. Fans are closely watching to see if DR Congo can continue this unexpected performance and potentially cause a major upset. The match is being followed closely by observers anticipating a competitive contest. This unexpected development adds intrigue to the 2026 World Cup qualifying process.