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England fans' behaviour 'excellent' at World Cup

BBC Sport · Jun 30, 2026, 8:01 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • England will play DR Congo on Wednesday in the last 32 of the World Cup
  • England supporters in the United States have been praised by police for their "excellent" behaviour during the group stage of the World Cup, but domestic incidents are up on recent tournaments.
  • The UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) says there have been no reports of any violence or disorder involving England supporters in America, with just two of five arrests coming at a World Cup match.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

England will play DR Congo on Wednesday in the last 32 of the World Cup

England supporters in the United States have been praised by police for their "excellent" behaviour during the group stage of the World Cup, but domestic incidents are up on recent tournaments.

The UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) says there have been no reports of any violence or disorder involving England supporters in America, with just two of five arrests coming at a World Cup match.

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