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Harry Kane saves England with two second-half goals, ending DR Congo’s bid for a historic upset
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 1, 2026
· 4 min read
By Kyle Feldscher, CNN
Atlanta (CNN) — England needed two late goals from captain Harry Kane to storm back and hold off a determined team from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, earning a 2-1 victory that narrowly avoided one of the biggest World Cup upsets in history.
The Congolese shocke...
Key takeaway The Congolese shocked the mostly English crowd in Atlanta when Brian Cipenga was left unmarked at the far post on a cross in the seventh minute.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso soccer fans, the thrilling comeback by England's Harry Kane is a reminder that the sport's global reach extends to the Sun City. While the match between England and the Democratic Republic of the Congo was played in Atlanta, local enthusiasts likely gathered at watch parties and sports bars to cheer on their favorite teams. The excitement of the game, with its stunning upset bid and late goals, will likely be a topic of conversation among El Paso's soccer community, which has grown in recent years. As the city continues to develop its own soccer scene, including local leagues and tournaments, the drama and skill on display in international matches like this one can inspire and motivate local players and fans alike. The match's outcome may not have direct implications for El Paso, but it underscores the city's connection to the global soccer community.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? By Kyle Feldscher, CNN
Atlanta (CNN) — England needed two late goals from captain Harry Kane to storm back and hold off a determined team from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, earning a 2-1 victory that narrowly avoided one of the biggest World Cup upsets in history.
The Congolese shocke...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 1, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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