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A series of surprising results, extreme weather and contentious decisions defined a World Cup that will be remembered for its drama.
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A series of surprising results, extreme weather and contentious decisions defined a World Cup that will be remembered for its drama.

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.

Norway’s 2‑1 victory over Brazil, powered by Erling Haaland, and England’s narrow win against Mexico illustrate the tournament’s unpredictability, while upcoming round‑of‑16 matchups see Spain favored over Portugal, the United States backed by Folarin Balogun, Argentina expected to see off Egypt and Colombia tipped slightly ahead of Switzerland.

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.

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.

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.

England's narrow win over Mexico was overshadowed when Jordan Henderson injured his wrist while joining fans in a 'Wonderwall' sing‑along, prompting medical attention and managerial concern.

After a 3‑2 loss to England, Mexico’s coach Javier Aguirre praised his team’s unity and handed the reins to Rafa Márquez, as the nation looks toward the next phase of its football journey.

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.

England secured a 3-2 win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice and Harry Kane converting a penalty. Despite being reduced to ten men, the visitors held on to advance to the quarter-finals, where they will meet Norway.

England survived a late Mexican rally to secure a 3-2 win in Mexico City, with Jude Bellingham’s brace and Harry Kane’s penalty proving decisive.

A dramatic encounter in Miami saw England secure a 3-2 victory over Mexico, moving into the last eight.

A dramatic World Cup last‑16 match at the Azteca Stadium saw England defeat Mexico 3‑2, advancing to the quarter‑finals after a red card and a late Mexican penalty.

England survived a ten‑man test to defeat Mexico 3‑2 at Estadio Azteca, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice in under two minutes and Harry Kane matching Gerd Müller’s World Cup record.

England survived a red card and a late Mexican comeback to win 3-2, setting up a quarterfinal showdown with Norway.

England survived a red card and a weather delay to defeat Mexico 3-2, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice and Harry Kane adding a decisive penalty, setting up a quarter-final clash with Norway in Miami.

England and Mexico meet in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, a venue steeped in history and atmosphere. The match will be broadcast free in many countries, with kickoff times adjusted after a weather delay.