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The Leopard’s Teeth: Why England’s Stalemate with DRC is a Warning

By Sofia Laurent · 6 min read

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The air in East Rutherford was thick enough to chew.

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England came into this match as the heavy favorites, the inevitable juggernaut of the 2026 World Cup’s opening rounds.

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History is a heavy thing in football.

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I’ve watched this England team through three tournament cycles now.

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It’s a pattern we’ve seen before.

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Let’s talk about the goal.

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