Harry Kane's brace sends England past DR Congo into World Cup round of 16; Declan Rice hails captain's leadership
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Khaled Mahmoud
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Harry Kane scored a decisive brace against DR Congo to send England to the World Cup round of 16, taking his tournament tally to five goals. Declan Rice praised Kane as a 'proper leader' and 'just ridiculous' after his late heroics secured the win and set up a round-of-16 clash against Mexico. Kane's goals further cemented his legendary international status, making him one of only two players to achieve certain milestones according to Opta.
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Twitter / XHarry Kane's brace sends England past DR Congo into World Cup round of 16; Declan Rice hails captain's leadershipgoal.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledHarry Kane is 'just ridiculous'
Declan Rice says England lucky to have 'proper leader'
Kane's late heroics not only kept England's World Cup dreams alive but also officially set up a highly anticipated round-of-16 clash against Mexico
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