FIFA World Cup 2026 | When the going got tough, our players showed up, says England coach Tuchel on comeback win over DR Congo
England coach Thomas Tuchel praised his team's resilience following a 2-1 comeback victory against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup. Harry Kane scored twice to secure the win, setting up a round-of-16 match against Mexico.
Why it matters
The match highlights the competitive nature of the World Cup and the tactical adjustments required to succeed in high-stakes knockout football.
Head coach Thomas Tuchel likened England’s comeback victory over DR Congo to “knocking at a rock until it breaks”, praising his side’s resilience after the Three Lions recovered from an early deficit to win 2-1 and book a round-of-16 meeting with Mexico.
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