Piratas de Quebradillas 90:105 Aguada Santeros 
San German 98:96 Capitanes de Arecibo 
Mets de Guaynabo 102:129 Criollos de Caguas 
Leones De Ponce 81:77 Vaqueros de Bayamon 
Indiana Fever W 111:87 Los Angeles Sparks W 
Metros de Santiago 97:98 Caneros 
Vancouver Bandits 94:88 Winnipeg Sea Bears 
Seattle Storm W 105:90 Atlanta Dream W 
The Sharks 79:70 Arturo Prat San Felipe 
Woodville Warriors W 85:87 North Adelaide Rockets W 
Melbourne Tigers W 80:70 Dandenong Rangers W 
Sandringham W 106:65 Bendigo Braves W 
North Gold Coast Seahawks W 84:91 Logan Thunder W 
Canterbury Rams 93:77 Bay Hawks 
Nunawading W 77:74 Mt. Gambier W 
Manly W. W 93:56 Bankstown Bruins W 
Newcastle Falcons W 86:36 Penrith P. W 
Sturt Sabres W 111:51 Eastern Mavericks W 
South Adelaide Panthers W 98:68 Central Districts Lions W 
West Adelaide Bearcats W 105:57 Southern Tigers W 
Woodville Warriors 113:111 North Adelaide Rockets 
Melbourne Tigers 99:76 Dandenong 
Sandringham Sabres 110:102 Bendigo Braves 
North Gold Coast Seahawks 85:105 Logan Thunder 
Nunawading 95:77 Mt Gambier 
Manly W. 83:61 Bankstown Bruins 
Newcastle Falcons 68:50 Penrith P. 
Sturt Sabres 61:31 Eastern Mavericks 
Forestville Eagles W 35:39 Norwood Flames W 
West Adelaide Bearcats 59:39 Southern Tigers 
England will take on DR Congo in the first knockout round of the 2026 World Cup. This is a big game for both teams. DR Congo is a tough African side that surprised many by reaching this stage. Here is what you need to know about them.
How DR Congo Plays and Their Strengths
DR Congo is known for being physical and fast on the counter-attack. They like to defend deep and then break quickly when they win the ball. Their biggest strength is their team spirit and never-give-up attitude.
- They press hard in midfield to force mistakes.
- Their wingers are very quick and dangerous in one-on-one situations.
- Set pieces are a major weapon – they score many goals from corners and free kicks.
Star Players to Watch
DR Congo has a few key players who could make a difference. The team relies on experienced stars who play in top European leagues.
The most dangerous attacker is a forward who plays in Italy and has scored important goals in this tournament. Their captain is a strong central defender who organizes the back line. In goal, they have a veteran keeper known for making big saves in clutch moments.
What This Means for England
England must be careful not to underestimate DR Congo. The African side has already beaten a couple of higher-ranked teams to get here. England will need to stay patient, control possession, and avoid giving away cheap free kicks near the box.
If England can break down DR Congo’s defense early, they should have a good chance. But if the game stays tight, DR Congo’s counter-attacking style could cause problems. This match could be closer than many fans expect.
Bottom Line – A Tough Battle Awaits
DR Congo is a dangerous opponent with nothing to lose. They play fearless football and have the ability to upset any team. England will need to be at their best to move on to the next round. Fans should expect an exciting, hard-fought match.