Predicted starting XI for the England national team against the DR Congo national team ahead of their encounter in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
On 1 July 2026, the expected starting XI for the England team, nicknamed the "Three Lions," coached by German Thomas Tuchel, is set before facing the DR Congo team in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 at Atlanta Stadium in Georgia, USA.
The "Three Lions" reached the Round of 32 as winners of Group L with 7 points from 3 matches, while DR Congo finished third in Group K with 4 points from 3 matches, enough to qualify as one of the best eight third-placed teams. Here is the predicted starting lineup for both nations.
England national team
Jordan Pickford (GK) – Jed Spence, John Stones, Marc Guehi, Niko O'Riley, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze, Marcus Rashford, Harry Kane.
DR Congo national team
Lionel Mpasi (GK), Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba, Arthur Masuaku, Dylan Batubinsika, Charles Pickel, Noah Sadiki, Samuel Moutousami, Theo Bongonda, Yoane Wissa.