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From 12‑kilometre sprints to heart‑rate monitoring, FIFA’s four‑year plan readies officials for the global showcase, where even a single cramp can halt a match.
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From 12‑kilometre sprints to heart‑rate monitoring, FIFA’s four‑year plan readies officials for the global showcase, where even a single cramp can halt a match.

A group of English supporters traveled to Mexico for a World Cup match, praised the Azteca Stadium and its people, and suggested it should host the final instead of the USA.

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The 2026 World Cup saw several iconic players conclude their international careers, blending triumphs and tears as a new generation stepped forward.

England celebrated a dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico, but the joy was tempered by Jordan Henderson's serious wrist injury, which will end his participation in the competition.

A routine celebration at the Azteca Stadium left Jordan Henderson with a fractured wrist, ending his World Cup campaign and forcing England's manager Thomas Tuchel to rethink his midfield options.

Harry Kane's attempt to lead the 'Wonderwall' chant after England's win over Mexico ended with a lost voice, while Liam Gallagher commented on X and Jordan Henderson suffered a wrist injury.
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England survived a red card and a late Mexican comeback to win 3‑2 at the Azteca, setting up a showdown with Norway.

England edged Mexico 3‑2 in a rain‑soaked World Cup clash, highlighted by Jude Bellingham’s brace, Harry Kane’s penalty and Jordan Pickford’s saves, despite playing with ten men.

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After a 3‑2 defeat that saw England advance to the quarter‑finals, Mexico’s coach reflected on a historic run, a delayed match and the promise of a new era.

England survived a red card and a late Mexican surge to win 3‑2 at the Azteca Stadium, advancing to the World Cup quarter‑finals and setting up a clash with Norway.

Jordan Henderson was stretchered off after a suspected wrist injury during England's post‑match celebrations, prompting concern from manager Thomas Tuchel and teammates, while the team faces a growing injury list ahead of a quarter‑final clash with Norway and a World Cup final in New Jersey.

A 3‑2 loss to England at the Azteca Stadium left Mexican supporters in tears, with key players and citizens reflecting on a night that ended a long‑awaited hope.

Javier Aguirre reflected on Mexico's narrow defeat to England, the weather-hit match at Azteca, and the promising future under Rafa Marquez.

After a 3‑2 defeat to England in Mexico City, veteran coach Javier Aguirre praised the squad’s renewed unity while confirming his exit, leaving Rafael Márquez to inherit the project.

After a 3-2 loss to England, Mexico's coach Javier Aguirre praised the team's unity and backed Rafa Marquez to continue the project, while England advanced to the quarter-finals.

A thrilling round‑of‑16 encounter at Estadio Azteca saw England triumph 3‑2 over Mexico, with Jude Bellingham delivering a decisive double and Harry Kane extending his Golden Boot lead, while Mexico’s historic push fell just short.

Mexico's World Cup hopes crumbled after a 3‑2 loss to England at the Azteca, leaving fans across the nation grappling with disappointment.

A rain‑soaked evening at the Azteca Stadium delivered a dramatic last‑16 clash, with England advancing to face Norway after a tense 3‑2 victory.

Mexico's World Cup dream ended with a 3-2 defeat by England at the Azteca Stadium, leaving fans heartbroken and raising questions about the team's future.

A ten‑man England side survived a late surge from Mexico to win 3‑2 at the Azteca, booking a quarter‑final clash with Norway.

In a rain‑delayed showdown at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, England survived an early red card to defeat Mexico 3‑2, setting up a quarter‑final clash with Norway.