England Edges Mexico 3-2 to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals
On July 11, 2026, England triumphed over Mexico with a 3-2 victory in the Round of 16 at Azteca Stadium, securing their place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup. The match began with Mexico dominating early exchanges, but England took control when Jude Bellingham scored in the 36th minute, followed by a second goal shortly after from Bellingham again, assisted by Harry Kane.
Mexico responded with a goal from Julián Quiñones just before halftime, making it 2-1. The match turned when England's Jarel Quansah received a straight red card, reducing England to ten men.
However, England was awarded a penalty in the 60th minute, which Kane converted to restore a two-goal lead. Mexico fought back with a penalty from Raúl Jiménez in the 69th minute, narrowing the score to 3-2.
Despite intense pressure from Mexico, England's goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made several crucial saves to maintain the lead, ensuring England's advancement to face Norway in the quarter-finals.
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