Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWill CastleFriday 03 July 2026 16:11 BSTRelated: How England Just Pulled Off A HUGE Comeback Against DR CongoEngland continues its bid to end 60 years of hurt after securing a 2-1 victory against DR Congo in their opening knockout-stage fixture.The Three Lions are now set to face co-hosts Mexico in the last-16 at the Estadio Azteca.The game will take place in Mexico City at 1am BST on Monday morning.Should they progress, England could potentially encounter Brazil in the quarter-finals – though the Selecao must put a stop to Erling Haaland’s free-scoring Norway to progress to the last-eight – and Argentina in the semi-finals.The tournament's final could see England compete against top-ranked Spain, assuming both teams advance through their respective knockout matches.In fullWhat is England’s route to the World Cup final if they beat DR Congo?More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in