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DR Congo come from behind to book last-32 tie with England

DR Congo come from behind to book last-32 tie with England
BBC Sport Sunday 28 June 2026, 02:23 UTC 1 min read
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DR Congo set up a World Cup last-32 meeting with England by reaching the knockouts for the first time as they come from behind to beat Uzbekistan in their final group-stage game.

DR Congo set up a World Cup last-32 meeting with England by reaching the knockouts for the first time as they come from behind to beat Uzbekistan in their final group-stage game.
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