England secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Mexico in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on July 6, 2026, at the Azteca Stadium. This hard-fought win propels England into the quarter-finals, where they will face Norway. The match was marked by dramatic moments, including a red card for England's Jarell Quansah and two goals from Jude Bellingham.
Key Moments of the Match
The match began with a slight delay, but England quickly took control. Jude Bellingham scored twice within 98 seconds, putting England ahead 2-0 before Julian Quinones pulled one back for Mexico. England's defense faced challenges, especially after Quansah received a red card in the 54th minute.
- 36th minute: Bellingham opens the scoring with a header.
- 38th minute: Bellingham scores again, doubling the lead.
- 43rd minute: Quinones scores for Mexico from a free-kick.
- 60th minute: Harry Kane converts a penalty to make it 3-1.
- 69th minute: Raul Jimenez scores a penalty for Mexico.
England's Tenacity Under Pressure
Despite being a man down, England displayed remarkable resilience. Coach Thomas Tuchel switched to a back five to fortify their defense. The team faced intense pressure late in the game, but they held on to secure their place in the next round.
