England will face the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 today. DR Congo is making its first knockout stage appearance in the tournament's history.
Among the players England should watch out for, Yoane Wissa is highlighted as DR Congo's talisman. The 29-year-old forward, who plays in the Premier League, has shown strong form for his national team this summer, scoring a header against Portugal and a brace against Uzbekistan.
Wissa's ability to find space in tight areas and his goal-scoring instinct will be a key threat to England's defence. DR Congo advanced from their group with a 1-1 draw against Portugal, a 0-1 loss to Colombia, and a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan.
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