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Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo
By James Robson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 1, 2026
· 4 min read
England handled the pressure and is now headed to Mexico City.Harry Kane ensured England avoided an early exit from the inaugural 48-team World Cup by scoring two second-half goals in a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Congo in the round of 32 on Wednesday.The late victory, England's second ever at ...
Key takeaway The late victory, England's second ever at the World Cup after conceding the first goal, earned the 1966 champions a spot in the round of 16 and a match against co-host Mexico.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents and England fans in the Houston area, Harry Kane's heroics are a welcome distraction from the summer heat. As the city's soccer enthusiasts gather to watch the World Cup, local bars and restaurants are likely to be filled with fans cheering on their favorite teams. The fact that England's next match will be played in Mexico City may spark interesting conversations among locals who have ties to the co-host country. With the US not participating in this stage of the tournament, fans in Magnolia may find themselves drawn to the England team, and Kane's impressive record as his country's leading scorer in tournament history is sure to generate buzz in local soccer circles. As the round of 16 approaches, Magnolia's England fans will be eagerly anticipating the team's performance at the iconic Azteca Stadium.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? England handled the pressure and is now headed to Mexico City.Harry Kane ensured England avoided an early exit from the inaugural 48-team World Cup by scoring two second-half goals in a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Congo in the round of 32 on Wednesday.The late victory, England's second ever at ...
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