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All the reaction from a huge night at the World Cup as England progress to the last 32 to face DR Congo and Steve Clarke resigns following Scotland's exit.
Harry Kane became England 's all-time leading World Cup scorer on Saturday, powering home a brilliant header off a Jude Bellingham cross to double the Three Lions' lead over Panama.
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored early in the second half, lifting England over Panama 2-0 and into what appears to be a more favorable bracket for the World Cup’s knockout phrase.
England fans in New Jersey and back at home cheered on their country as it won against Panama to the top group. Jude Bellingham put England ahead from Bukayo Saka's corner after 62 minutes, which was followed by Harry Kane scoring the second goal five minutes later, making him England's record World Cup scorer.
England should still be considered a favorite to win the World Cup, but their group stage was a mixed bag of performances.
