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Harry Kane Delivers England's Ticket to Mexico City
In the closing minutes of the first half in Atlanta, Harry Kane got in behind the DR Congo defense with goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi beaten and the entire box in front of him. He had the simplest route available after cutting to the outside, running straight into Mpasi's arms and inviting the whistle. Instead he went down early, chasing contact that was never going to arrive. The referee waved play on. It was the correct call, and for a while it looked like the only real chance En

Jason Longshore
Jul 15 min read


The Leopard Of Épinay-sous-Sénart
After a rough season at Newcastle, Yoane Wissa delivered for DR Congo at the World Cup, leading Les Léopards into the knockout rounds after 52 years away.
Jon Nelson
Jul 16 min read


The Long View: England's Blank Canvas Problem
England had 80% possession against Ghana and scored nothing. DR Congo are going to do the same thing to them at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The numbers from both group stages tell a more complicated story than England's six-point finish suggests.

Jason Longshore
Jun 306 min read


The Game Cannot Breathe: How the USMNT Can Counter Press Bosnia
How the USMNT can use Mauricio Pochettino’s counter press, tempo, and second ball control to stifle Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Round of 32.

Jason Longshore
Jun 306 min read


Six Months from Boedo
Six months after signing from San Lorenzo, Elías Báez reflects on the move to Atlanta United, the MLS adjustment, and watching Messi at the World Cup.

Jason Longshore
Jun 297 min read


DR Congo Roars Into the Knockouts, Beats Uzbekistan 3-1 Behind Wissa Brace
Yoane Wissa scored twice as DR Congo rallied past Uzbekistan 3-1 in Atlanta, earning its first World Cup win and a Round of 32 matchup with England.
Jon Nelson
Jun 275 min read
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