England Survived the Storm. Mexico Brings the Reckoning.
England rallied from an early deficit to overcome a fearless DR Congo side and secure a place in the Round of 16. Harry Kane once again delivered when his country needed him most, but England's hard-fought victory also revealed weaknesses that an unbeaten Mexico will be determined to exploit. DR Congo leaves the tournament with its reputation strengthened after a courageous and resilient performance that pushed one of football's traditional powers to the limit. Now, one of the World Cup's most anticipated knockout clashes awaits, with England and Mexico set to battle for a place in the…
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