Kane brace sends England to Azteca
Harry Kane’s double sinks DR Congo as England book their place at the legendary Estadio Azteca. The Three Lions now turn their focus to a knockout showdown in Mexico City.
Harry Kane delivered a clutch brace to secure England’s 2-0 win over DR Congo in a World Cup qualifier on 20 November 2023. The strikes—his 54th and 55th international goals—came in the second half, lifting England into the knockout phase at the iconic Estadio Azteca. Kane’s first, a clinical finish after a cut-back from Jude Bellingham, broke the deadlock in the 58th minute.
His second, a composed finish from inside the box in the 72nd, sealed the result and sent Southgate’s side to Mexico City. England entered the match under pressure after a sluggish start to the campaign, with early doubts over their attack’s potency under high stakes. DR Congo, ranked 67th in FIFA’s world , defended resolutely but lacked the cutting edge to trouble the Three Lions’ backline.
