How to Watch England vs DR Congo: TV, Kickoff Time, and Online Streaming for World Cup Last-32 Match
The round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup sees England take on DR Congo in what could be a challenging knockout fixture for Thomas Tuchel's squad. After topping Group L with a steady win over Panama, England now meets DR Congo, who claimed third place in Group K by defeating Uzbekistan 3-1.
Match Details
The clash will kick off at 5pm BST (12pm ET) on Wednesday, 1 July, hosted at Atlanta Stadium.
Broadcast Information
Fans in the United Kingdom can catch the match live on BBC One, with streaming available via BBC iPlayer.
Next Opponent for the Winner
The victor from this encounter will go on to face Mexico, who secured a 2-0 victory against Ecuador. That subsequent match is scheduled for Monday, 6 July (local time Sunday, 5 July) in Mexico City.
Team Updates
For England, defender Reece James remains sidelined, continuing his recovery with uncertainty over his return during the tournament. Jarell Quansah is a doubtful starter after an injury forced him off against Panama. Potential lineup adjustments include Djed Spence possibly slotting in at right-back or Ezri Konsa shifting there with John Stones stepping into central defense. Midfielder Declan Rice is expected to return, while Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford aim to start following promising showings.
On the DR Congo side, no fresh injuries were reported after their last game. Manager Sebastien Desabre will likely rely on familiar Premier League faces like Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Axel Tuanzebe, and Yoane Wissa.
