England Vs DR Congo Odds, Tips & Best Bets: Back Bellingham

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage continues, here are our England vs DR Congo odds, betting tips and best bets ahead of Wednesday night's massive Round of 32 clash.

England progressed to the knockout stages as Group L winners after an unbeaten group campaign.

Thomas Tuchel's side made an impressive start by defeating Croatia 4-2, with Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford all finding the net in an eye-catching opening performance.

They were then frustrated in a goalless draw against a disciplined Ghana side, struggling to create clear-cut chances against a compact defensive setup.

England responded professionally in their final group game, beating Panama 2-0 to seal top spot and secure what appears, on paper at least, to be the more favourable side of the knockout draw.

Those results have only strengthened the latest England World Cup Odds, with Tuchel's squad looking well balanced heading into the business end of the tournament.

DR Congo, meanwhile, have already exceeded expectations by reaching the Round of 32.

The Leopards qualified as the highest-ranked third-placed side after beginning with an impressive 1-1 draw against Portugal before narrowly losing 1-0 to group winners Colombia.

A convincing 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their final group match secured progression and highlighted the attacking quality they possess when given space to play.

Having already taken points off Portugal earlier in the tournament, DR Congo will arrive believing they are capable of causing another upset.

The latest World Cup odds still make England clear favourites with most UK betting sites, but the African nation have shown enough throughout the group stage to suggest this may not be a straightforward evening.

England vs DR Congo Prediction

England should have enough quality to book their place in the last 16, but they may be forced to work hard for it.

Tuchel's side possess far greater depth across the pitch and have looked particularly dangerous when playing on the front foot, as demonstrated in their four-goal display against Croatia.

However, DR Congo have already proven they can compete with high-calibre opposition. They frustrated Portugal, stayed in the contest against Colombia and produced an accomplished attacking display against Uzbekistan.

That suggests England cannot afford any complacency.

With players such as Kane, Rashford and Bellingham capable of producing moments of quality, England should eventually wear their opponents down, although DR Congo have enough pace on the counter-attack to find the net themselves.

Ultimately, England's superior quality should see them through.

Predicted score: England 3-1 DR Congo

England vs DR Congo Betting Tips & Best Bets

Below, we have picked out three of our best England vs DR Congo bets, which can be backed ahead of Wednesday night.

All odds taken from Betnero at 09:00 UK time on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.

England To Win & Both Teams To Score - 4.00

First up, we are backing England to progress while conceding along the way.

England should enjoy the majority of possession and create the better opportunities throughout the contest, but DR Congo have already shown they possess genuine attacking threat against strong opposition.

With England expected to dominate and DR Congo likely to pose problems on the break, this combination offers excellent value.

Jude Bellingham Anytime Goalscorer - 3.33

Our anytime goalscorer selection is Jude Bellingham.

The Real Madrid midfielder opened his tournament account against Croatia and remains one of England's biggest goal threats thanks to his intelligent late runs into the penalty area.

Against a DR Congo side likely to focus on containing Kane, Bellingham could once again find space to arrive from midfield and make the difference.

Over 10.5 Corners - 2.50

Finally, we are backing over 10.5 total corners.

England's attacking approach should see them spend long spells in the final third, regularly forcing crosses and set-piece situations.

DR Congo have shown they are willing to attack quickly whenever opportunities arise, and their direct style could also contribute to the corner count.

With England expected to press throughout and DR Congo unlikely to sit back completely, another high-corner contest looks a strong play at odds of 2.50.