The Socceroos have never faced a penalty shootout at a men's World Cup but are urged to prepare for spot kicks before the last-32 match against Egypt, with scientific strategies to boost win probability by 5-10%.
Despite England being 73.9% favourites, DR Congo's disciplined defence under Sébastien Desabre has frustrated stronger teams, conceding only two goals in group stage.
Former DRC captain Gabriel Zakuani believes the Leopards can exploit England's weaknesses in their World Cup last-32 clash, citing defensive holes and a battle-hardened squad.
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 in the World Cup last 32, their first knockout win since 1986, with goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez at the Azteca.
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Liverpool have completed the £60m signing of Jérémy Jacquet from Rennes, while Chelsea announced the £47m capture of Marco Palestra from Atalanta.
France delivered a dazzling performance and Mexico swaggered through their match as World Cup 2026 continued, with England v DR Congo buildup underway.
Day three of Wimbledon 2026 sees Naomi Osaka, Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff, and Mirra Andreeva compete. Key matches and results from the All England Club.
England face DR Congo in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup. A potential path includes Mexico in the round of 16, Brazil or Norway in the quarter-finals, Argentina in the semi-finals, and France, Spain, Morocco, or Portugal in the final.
If England beat DR Congo in the round of 32, they face Mexico in the round of 16 in Mexico City, then potentially Norway or Brazil in the quarter-finals.
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
British tennis star Dan Evans ended his career by blasting the LTA for lacking 'minerals' to explain his Wimbledon wildcard snub, calling the treatment 'a piss-take'.
England face Mexico in the last 16 if they beat DR Congo, with a daunting trip to the Azteca Stadium at 1am UK time on July 6. Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0, keeping four clean sheets.
Dan Evans criticised the LTA as a 'shambles' after being denied a Wimbledon wildcard, calling their treatment 'a piss-take' and urging better communication.
England face DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32. With potential shootouts looming, data reveals Harry Kane, Anthony Gordon, and Ivan Toney are top choices, while Ollie Watkins and Eberechi Eze are among the worst.
Former British No. 1 Dan Evans retired at Wimbledon, then ranted about the LTA's lack of communication and wildcard decisions, calling his final month a 'shambles'.
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Venus Williams, 45, wins doubles match at Citi Open after 16-month absence, partnering Hailey Baptiste. Emma Raducanu and Dan Evans also victorious.
Alex de Minaur gets a boost as Matteo Berrettini withdraws from Australian Open due to injury; Talia Gibson wins on day one.
Serena Williams' participation in women's doubles at Wimbledon is uncertain after she suffered a knee injury during her singles match, requiring lengthy treatment. She and Venus Williams are scheduled to play their first-round doubles match on Thursday or
Dan Evans' professional tennis career ended in the men's doubles first round at Wimbledon, as he and partner Henry Searle lost in straight sets to ninth seeds Hugo Nys and Edouard Roger-Vasselin.
Newcastle fear Bruno Guimaraes could be swayed by Arsenal's interest, with a £65m bid potentially enough to secure the Brazilian midfielder.
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
England defender John Stones is officially a free agent after his Manchester City contract expired, just hours before the Three Lions face DR Congo in the World Cup knockout stage.
England begin their World Cup knockout campaign against DR Congo. Thomas Tuchel makes key decisions on Bellingham, Rice, and Saka amid injury concerns. Follow live updates.
If England beat DR Congo, they face Mexico in the World Cup last 16 at Estadio Azteca on Sunday at 6pm local time (1am UK). The high altitude poses a major challenge.
Alan Shearer has warned Newcastle United that selling Bruno Guimaraes this summer would be a 'really poor look' amid interest from Arsenal, sparking potential fan anger.
Harmony Tan publicly accused Serena Williams of blocking her on Instagram after their 2022 Wimbledon match, as Williams lost in the first round again in 2026.
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Joe Lewis, a Welsh performance analyst, has swapped England for South Africa, becoming a key sub-plot ahead of the Nations Championship opener. Rassie Erasmus says he is 'privileged' to have him.
England will face Mexico in the World Cup round of 16 if they defeat DR Congo in the last 32. Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to set up potential clash at Estadio Azteca, with intense heat and altitude challenges for England.
Emma Raducanu spent her off-season at home in the UK, learning languages, grabbing coffee, and taking the tube in Bromley.
Serena Williams cleared to return to tennis from 22 February, but her comeback remains uncertain after conflicting statements.
NBA star Luka Doncic buys Maria Sharapova's £18.5m LA mansion with bowling lanes and sea views.
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Novak Djokovic faces Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Wimbledon second round on Centre Court, expected after 5pm BST. Follow live on BBC and iPlayer.
