Harry Kane delivered a dramatic late brace against Congo DR, securing a 2-1 comeback victory for England and propelling him past Pelé on the all-time World Cup goal scorers list. The Bayern Munich forward’s 75th-minute equalizer, his 12th World Cup goal, drew him level with the Brazilian legend. Kane then fired in the winner, etching his name further into football history and salvaging England's tournament hopes.

England trailed from the seventh minute after a swift Congo DR attack culminated in a Brian Cipenga near-post finish. Despite facing strong goalkeeping from Lionel Mpasi and a goal-line clearance, England's defense struggled. Thomas Tuchel's side survived further scares, including a Yoane Wissa shot that struck the post, before Kane's late heroics bailed them out.

Kane’s performance extended his lead as England's all-time top World Cup scorer, surpassing Gary Lineker's previous record. This brace brings his major international tournament tally to 20 goals. He now has 72 goals for club and country this season, making 15 World Cup starts, the most for any England outfield player.