The Democratic Republic of Congo became the fourth African country to be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
The Leopards lost 2-1 to England on Wednesday evening, despite taking a shock lead in the Round of 32 clash.
Brian Cipenga’s shot beat Jordan Pickford at the near post to put the Congolese in front.
Although Harry Kane was denied a controversial penalty, the Bayern Munich striker scored two stunning goals to win the match.
England will now face co-hosts Mexico for a place in the quarter-final.
DR Congo head back home along with Tunisia, Cote d’Ivoire and South Africa.
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