Are England doomed to World Cup failure after DR Congo opener? 👀

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Richard Buxton

1 July 2026

England's

World Cup

knockout hopes are off to the worst possible start against

DR Congo

Brian Cipenga pulled off an early shock at Atlanta Stadium as he fired the world's 35th-ranked nation ahead against Thomas Tuchel's side after just seven minutes.

The Three Lions' response before the mandated first-half hydration break was hardly inspiring but history suggests that things could be about to get even worse.

Since being crowned champions back in 1966,

England

have never won any of their last 13 fixtures at the

when they have conceded the first goal.

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Wednesday, 1 July 2026

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