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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 KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· 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 Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents and San Antonio soccer fans, England's thrilling comeback win over Congo brings a renewed sense of excitement to the World Cup. As England moves on to face co-host Mexico in the round of 16, local fans will be watching closely to see how Harry Kane and his team perform in the high-pressure match at the Azteca Stadium. The stadium's infamous history, including the "Hand of God" goal that eliminated England in 1986, adds an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming match. With England's victory, San Antonio's soccer community is abuzz with anticipation, and fans in Terrell Hills will be gathering to cheer on their favorite teams and players as the tournament heats up. As the World Cup continues, local bars and restaurants are likely to be filled with fans watching the matches and discussing the latest developments, bringing a sense of community and camaraderie to the city.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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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