England face DR Congo in World Cup knockout stage on Wednesday
England face DR Congo in World Cup knockout stage

England are set to face DR Congo on Wednesday in their first knockout match of the World Cup, following the conclusion of the group stages. The path to the final on July 19th is now mapped out, with potential fixtures against Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Spain should England progress.

England's Potential Route to the Final

If England defeat DR Congo, their next projected opponents would be Mexico, followed by Brazil, then Argentina, leading to a potential final against Spain. The tournament has already seen unexpected results, and further shocks are anticipated.

Fan Engagement and Poll

Fans are encouraged to participate in a poll to share their predictions on how far England can go. The poll is available on the Mirror Football website.

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Additional Coverage and Newsletters

For more details, readers can explore the article on England's route to the World Cup final, as well as analysis on Thomas Tuchel's tactical dilemmas. The Mirror Football newsletter, Make Football Great Again, offers the latest World Cup news delivered to your inbox. Additionally, a new WhatsApp community provides daily football content, special offers, and promotions.

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