England Defeats Mexico 3-2 to Reach World Cup Quarters
England clinched a narrow 3-2 victory against Mexico in the 2026 World Cup, securing their place in the quarter-finals. The match took place at Estadio Azteca, where Jude Bellingham opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, heading home a cross from Bukayo Saka.
Just two minutes later, Harry Kane converted a pass from Bellingham, marking his fourth goal of the tournament. Mexico reduced the deficit before halftime with a goal from Jimenez.
The game shifted in the second half when Mexico's Jarel Quansah was sent off after a VAR review. England restored their lead in the 60th minute with a penalty awarded for a foul on Anthony Gordon.
Despite Mexico's late efforts, including a missed penalty by Jimenez, they could not equalize. Earlier, Norway upset Brazil with a 2-1 victory, setting up England's next match against the Scandinavian nation.
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