England vs Congo DR Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Atlanta)
England vs Congo DR stats start with a Round of 32 match at Atlanta Stadium, where the England men’s national football team face the Democratic Republic of the Congo national football team on 1 July 2026. England bring the stronger xG, shots, possession, chance creation, and defensive profile, while Congo DR arrive with Yoane Wissa carrying their clearest scoring threat. The numbers favour England control, but Congo DR’s compact shape can still make this a lower-margin knockout match.
England World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group L winner that beat Croatia, drew with Ghana, and beat Panama. Congo DR World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group K third-place qualifier that took points from Portugal and beat Uzbekistan. The World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket now turns that contrast into an Atlanta knockout test.
The match is listed for 12:00 ET at Atlanta Stadium, which is 16:00 UTC on 1 July. It also belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because England enter with 18.7 shots per game and Congo DR enter with Wissa tied to most of their goals. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
England vs Congo DR Stats – Match Statistics Overview
England own the stronger pre-match statistical profile. FOX lists England at 2.0 goals, 1.8 xG, 18.7 shots, 74% average possession, and 13.3 chances created per game. Those numbers show a team that can control territory and keep attacks coming from several lanes.
Congo DR bring a more compact profile. FOX lists Congo DR at 1.3 goals, 0.9 xG, 11.3 shots, 43% average possession, and 8.0 chances created per game. Their path depends on defending the central spaces and turning fewer attacks into high-value chances.
England vs Congo DR Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. England lead in FIFA ranking, goals per game, xG, goals against, shots, possession, and chances created. Congo DR’s best counterweight is Wissa’s finishing form and a tournament setup that has already frustrated stronger possession teams.
| Stat | England | Congo DR |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 4 | 46 |
| Goals Per Match | 2.0 | 1.3 |
| xG Per Match | 1.8 | 0.9 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| Shots Per Match | 18.7 | 11.3 |
| Average Possession | 74% | 43% |
| Chances Created Avg | 13.3 | 8.0 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
England’s attack has the stronger volume and chance-quality markers. Harry Kane leads the FOX player data with three goals, seven shots on goal, 1.7 xG, and one player-of-the-match marker. Bukayo Saka adds two assists, which gives England a right-side route as well as Kane’s central finishing.
Congo DR rely heavily on Wissa. FOX lists him with three goals, three shots on goal, 1.5 xG, and one player-of-the-match marker. Meschack Elia has one assist, but Congo DR need more support runners if England pin them deep for long spells.
| Attack Stat | England | Congo DR |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 2.0 | 1.3 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.8 | 0.9 |
| Shots Per Match | 18.7 | 11.3 |
| Top Scorer | Harry Kane, 3 | Yoane Wissa, 3 |
| Chances Created Avg | 13.3 | 8.0 |
| Shot Conversion | 11% | 12% |
| xG Leader | Harry Kane, 1.7 | Yoane Wissa, 1.5 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
England’s defensive numbers show a side that has protected the box well. FOX lists England at 0.7 goals against per game and two clean sheets, with Jordan Pickford shown on a 14 keeper-save marker. England Football also notes England’s high group-stage possession, which helps reduce defensive exposure.
Congo DR have conceded slightly more, but their structure deserves attention. FOX lists Congo DR at 1.0 goals against per game and no clean sheets, with Lionel Mpasi on a 19 keeper-save marker. The Guardian’s tactical reporting also points to a compact Congo DR shape, so England may face fewer clear central lanes than the ranking gap implies.
| Defensive Stat | England | Congo DR |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| Team Clean Sheets | 2 | 0 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 14 | 19 |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
England’s possession edge is one of the biggest gaps in this matchup. FOX lists England at 74% average possession and Congo DR at 43%, while England Football lists the group-stage possession split at 65.3% against 38.5%. The card uses a normalized 63-37 possession trend to avoid overstating separate match samples.
Chance creation follows the same pattern. England average 13.3 chances created per game, while Congo DR average 8.0. If England move the ball quickly around Congo DR’s block, Kane and Saka should see more repeatable looks than Wissa and Elia.
| Passing Stat | England | Congo DR |
|---|---|---|
| FOX Average Possession | 74% | 43% |
| England Football Possession | 65.3% | 38.5% |
| Card Possession Share | 63% | 37% |
| Chances Created Avg | 13.3 | 8.0 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Kane gives England the cleanest attacking reference. He leads the team in goals, shots on goal, xG, and player-of-the-match markers in the FOX leaders view. England Football also notes Elliot Anderson’s line-breaking passes, possession wins, and duels won, which gives England a midfield progression angle.
Wissa gives Congo DR a direct route back into the match. England Football notes that Wissa scored 75% of Congo DR’s World Cup goals before this game. If Congo DR spend long spells without the ball, his first touch and penalty-box movement become the key outlet.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Kane | England | 3 goals, 7 shots on goal, 1.7 xG |
| Bukayo Saka | England | 2 assists in FOX leaders |
| Jordan Pickford | England | 14 keeper-save marker, 2 clean sheets |
| Yoane Wissa | Congo DR | 3 goals, 3 shots on goal, 1.5 xG |
| Meschack Elia | Congo DR | 1 assist in FOX leaders |
| Lionel Mpasi | Congo DR | 19 keeper-save marker |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison favours England. FOX lists England at 1.8 xG per game and Congo DR at 0.9 xG per game. That gap fits England’s higher shot volume, possession share, and chance-creation output.
Congo DR’s best chance is to keep England’s shots outside the best zones. Wissa has produced 1.5 xG and three goals, so the underdog still has a proven finisher. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-play xG, shot locations, saves, and blocked shots once the official feed closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is England vs Congo DR?
England vs Congo DR is scheduled for 1 July 2026 at 12:00 PM ET. The match is listed at Atlanta Stadium.
What are the England vs Congo DR xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists England at 1.8 xG per game and Congo DR at 0.9 xG per game. England have the stronger chance-quality average.
Who has the better attacking stats?
England have the stronger goals, xG, shots, possession, and chances-created profile. Congo DR rely heavily on Yoane Wissa’s finishing.
Which players lead the key stats?
Harry Kane leads England with three goals, seven shots on goal, and 1.7 xG. Yoane Wissa leads Congo DR with three goals and 1.5 xG.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
England vs Congo DR stats favour England because their xG, shots, possession, and defensive control are stronger before kickoff.
Congo DR need Wissa, Elia, and the compact defensive block to turn limited possession into high-value chances.
The full-time update should focus on whether England’s shot volume breaks Congo DR down, or Wissa keeps the tie close.
