England vs DR Congo Betting Tips: World Cup Predictions, Team News & Odds

England face DR Congo in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 today, with Thomas Tuchel’s side heavy favourites to reach the last 16. The match kicks off at 5pm BST at Atlanta Stadium, and our England vs DR Congo betting tips focus on a controlled Three Lions win rather than a goal-heavy rout.

England vs DR Congo - Key Match Details

England vs DR Congo Betting Tips

Best Bet - Both Teams To Score @ 9/5

Both Teams To Score looks a decent way to oppose the obvious England clean-sheet angle without needing DR Congo to pull off a major shock. England should have enough quality to dominate the ball and create chances, but Thomas Tuchel’s side have not always looked completely secure when asked to defend transitions. DR Congo are unlikely to throw numbers forward for long spells, yet they do have the pace and directness to cause problems on the break. At 9/5, this appeals more than backing England at a short price, especially in a knockout game where one moment of hesitation or a set-piece lapse could be enough for the underdogs to land a blow.

Next Best - Yoane Wissa Anytime Goalscorer @ 11/2

Yoane Wissa is the clear danger man for DR Congo and looks the most obvious player to side with if backing the underdogs to score. He has been their main penalty-box threat at this tournament and should again be asked to lead counter-attacks, run the channels and attack any space behind England’s back line. DR Congo may not have long spells of pressure, so this is not a volume-based bet, but Wissa only needs one clear sight of goal to make 11/2 look big. If England leave gaps while chasing control of the game, he is the player most likely to punish them.

Longshot - Kane & Wissa To Score Bet Builder @ 15/1

The Kane and Wissa Bet Builder is the bigger-priced angle for anyone expecting both sides to find the net. Kane remains England’s most reliable goalscorer and will be central to their best moments in and around the box, while Wissa gives DR Congo their clearest route to an upset or consolation goal. It is clearly more speculative than the first two selections, but the logic is simple enough: England win the game, Kane gets on the scoresheet, and DR Congo’s main attacking threat makes the most of one counter-attacking chance.