England vs DR Congo: TV Channels, Live Stream, Kick-Off Time for 2026 World Cup Round of 32
The knockout stage clash between England and DR Congo is scheduled for July 1, 2026, kicking off at 17:00 local time at Atlanta Stadium. Fans worldwide want to know which broadcasters will air the match and how to stream it live.
International TV Broadcasters
The match will be shown across numerous countries through various TV channels and streaming services. Some key broadcasters include:
- United Kingdom: BBC One (BBC iPlayer)
- USA: FOX Network (Fox Sports)
- Canada: TSN
- Australia: SBS (SBS On Demand)
- France: M6 (6play)
- Germany: Das Erste (Sportschau)
- Brazil: CazéTV (YouTube)
- DR Congo: RTNC
- Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Tunisia: beIN Sports
Complete listings cover many other nations with their respective broadcasters such as DAZN in Andorra, Sport TV in Portugal, SuperSport in Southern Africa, and others.
Using a VPN to Watch from Anywhere
If your country does not have official coverage or you face geo-blocks, using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) like ExpressVPN or NordVPN can help. By connecting to a server in a country where the game is broadcast, you can securely watch without restrictions.
Steps to watch via VPN:
- Sign up and install a trusted VPN app.
- Connect to a server in a broadcasting country (e.g., UK or USA).
- Clear browser cache or refresh your page to update location.
- Access the broadcaster’s website or app and start streaming.
Watching on the Big Screen
For a better viewing experience, you can watch on smart TVs or devices:
- Many Android-based smart TVs, Fire TV Stick, and Chromecast support native VPN apps.
- For Apple TV, Roku, or gaming consoles, use Smart DNS or cast the stream from a VPN-enabled phone or laptop.
Team News and Probable Lineups
Managers: Thomas Tuchel leads England; Sébastien Desabre coaches DR Congo.
Declan Rice returns after managing a minor calf issue. No confirmed injuries or suspensions affect either side at this time.
Recent Form
England won four of their last five matches with one draw. Highlights include a 4-2 victory over Croatia and a 2-0 win against Panama in the group stage. They scored ten goals and conceded only two in these games.
DR Congo recorded two wins, two draws, and one loss in their recent five matches. They secured qualification with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan and drew 1-1 with Portugal. Their defense conceded four goals while scoring five.
Head-to-Head
No previous major tournament meetings or head-to-head records exist between England and DR Congo.
Group Standings
England topped Group L. DR Congo advanced from Group K as the third-placed team.
