England took a step toward bringing football home in a dominant 3–0 win against Senegal in the round of 16, setting up a highly anticipated matchup with defending World Cup champion France in Saturday’s quarterfinal.
After winning a difficult group where they destroyed Iran, drew with the U.S. and secured a win against Wales on the final day, the Three Lions never struggled against Senegal despite a sluggish start. Yet by halftime, England had jumped out to a 2–0 lead thanks to goals from Jordan Henderson and Harry Kane.
Senegal, who needed a close win in its final group game against Ecuador to secure a spot in the knockout stage, rarely challenged without star forward Sadio Mané, who missed the tournament due to injury.
