World Cup· Round of 32· Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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England vs Congo DR Prediction & Betting Tips
Wednesday, 1 July 2026 · Kick-off
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More England vs Congo DR tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5England +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 95% | 1.05 | - |
| 1XEngland or Draw | 88% | 1.14 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 76% | 1.32 | - |
| AH2 +1.5Congo DR +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 66% | 1.51 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 56% | 1.80 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 54% | 1.84 | - |
| X2Congo DR or Draw | 53% | 1.88 | - |
| 1England to win | 47% | 2.14 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 46% | 2.19 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 44% | 2.25 | - |
| XDraw | 41% | 2.45 | - |
| AH1 -1.5England -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 34% | 2.94 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 24% | 4.13 | - |
| 2Congo DR to win | 12% | 8.06 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Congo DR -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 5% | 20.56 | - |
England vs Congo DR preview & analysis
Match preview
England host Congo DR in the World Cup (Round of 32) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, with kick-off at 16:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Congo DR arrive in mixed form, with 1 win, 0 draws and 0 defeats in their last 1 matches, scoring 3 and conceding 1. Most recently they beat Uzbekistan 3-1 at home. They're 3rd in the table with 4 points from 3 games.
What the numbers say
Our model makes England favourites: England 47%, draw 41%, Congo DR 12%. We expect around 2.5 goals (1.7 - 0.8 in expected goals), with 46% for over 2.5 and 44% for both teams to score.
Recent form
EnglandCongo DR- 28 JunHUzbekistan3-1
World Cup table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| 2 |  Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +5 | 5 |
| 3 | Congo DR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| 4 |  Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -9 | 0 |
England vs Congo DR: FAQ
Who is the favourite to win England vs Congo DR?
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England are favourites. Our model gives England a 47% chance of winning, Congo DR 12%, and the draw 41%.
Will both teams score in England vs Congo DR?
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We rate both teams to score at 44%, so BTTS No is the better bet.
When does England vs Congo DR kick off?
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England vs Congo DR kicks off at 16:00 UTC on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
