DR Congo’s Rally Falls Short as Loss to England Mirrors Super Eagles’ 1994 Collapse

DR Congo’s dream run ended in a 2-1 defeat to England in the World Cup Round of 32. The Leopards stunned fans with an early goal from Brian Cipenga, taking the lead in just the seventh minute. England fought back with two late strikes by captain Harry Kane, first equalising in the 75th minute and then sealing victory in stoppage time. The Leopards had frustrated a star-studded Three Lions side for much of the match. By conceding after taking the lead, DR Congo became only the second African nation to suffer a knockout loss after scoring first. Their heartbreak echoes Nigeria’s Super Eagles, who lost 2-1 to Italy in extra time at the 1994 World Cup.

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