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England Stuns Mexico at Azteca Fortress!
6 Jul
Summary
- England defeated Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic World Cup match.
- The Three Lions played with 10 men for over half an hour.
- England became only the third team to win at the Estadio Azteca.
England triumphed over Mexico with a thrilling 3-2 victory in their FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 match on Monday (IST). The Three Lions achieved a historic feat by defeating El Tri at the Estadio Azteca, a venue where Mexico rarely loses international fixtures.
The encounter saw England playing with 10 men for over half an hour of the second half. However, they successfully defended their lead, securing their quarterfinal spot.
Jude Bellingham scored twice, and Harry Kane added a penalty to secure the win. The match was a captivating spectacle, featuring five goals, a red card, two penalties, and numerous yellow cards, surpassing expectations.
England demonstrated resilience by overcoming high altitude, a quick turnaround, and a vociferous home crowd. This win marks them as only the third national team to secure a victory at the Estadio Azteca.
