England vs Congo DR: World Cup Round of 32 Match Preview

Match Context

England face Congo DR at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, on 2026-07-01 in the World Cup Round of 32. England arrive as Group L winners with 7 points and a +4 goal difference (6 goals for, 2 against). Congo DR also progressed with 4 points and a +1 goal difference (4 goals for, 3 against).

England & Congo DR Availability

England have one confirmed absentee. R. James (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. The defender’s absence slightly reduces England’s depth in wide defensive areas but does not directly affect their main attacking output. There are no listed suspensions for either side, and no additional questionable players are reported in the data.

With only one player ruled out, England’s key attacking figures remain available. H. Kane (3 goals in 3 appearances) leads their scoring charts and is expected to spearhead the attack. Creative support from B. Saka, who has provided 2 assists so far, is also fully available.

Congo DR have no recorded injuries or suspensions in the provided data. Their main attacking threat, Y. Wissa, has scored 3 goals in 3 matches and is available to start.

Impact Summary

England lose no goals or assists from the current injury list, while Congo DR retain their full attacking arsenal. The attacking output on both sides should be close to full strength, with Kane and Wissa central to their teams’ chances.