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World Cup 2026 knockouts: England's path to the final explained after topping Group L
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Daniel Austin
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England has qualified for the World Cup knockout stages after topping Group L and will face DR Congo in the round of 32. The team is looking to reach its third major tournament final of the decade under manager Thomas Tuchel.
Why it matters
This provides a roadmap for one of the tournament favorites, highlighting the competitive landscape of the 2026 World Cup.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, England drew with Ghana but beat Croatia and Panama to top Group L with seven points
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Standard sports reporting focused on tournament progression and team statistics.
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