World Cup: Kane named Player of the Match after England's win over Congo DR

Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes, including a header equaliser and an 86th-minute winner, to give England a 2-1 comeback victory over Congo DR in the World Cup Round of 32 on July 1, 2026. The Bayern Munich striker was named Player of the Match and now has 13 World Cup finals goals, drawing level with Just Fontaine and surpassing Pelé on the all-time scoring list. Kane sits sixth in the all-time World Cup scoring charts, behind Messi (19), Mbappé (18), Klose (16), Ronaldo (15), and Müller (14).