Kane rescues England after DR Congo scare

In a World Cup last-32 match in Atlanta, England narrowly avoided one of the tournament's biggest upsets. The Democratic Republic of Congo had taken a shock early lead, with winger Brian Cipenga scoring in the seventh minute. But Harry Kane scored twice to rescue England with a two-to-one victory. According to France 24, the African underdogs came close to a historic World Cup upset before England's superior finishing secured their passage to the knockout stages.

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