Mexico 2-3 England: Five key takeaways from FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash
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The Three Lions make history at Azteca Stadium.
England defeated Mexico 3-2 at Azteca Stadium to go to the World Cup quarter-finals for the third time in a row. Jude Bellingham scored twice, and Harry Kane converted a penalty.
Thomas Tuchel’s team defeated Mexico in the legendary stadium, setting up a quarterfinal game with Norway, who surprised Brazil 2-1 earlier on Sunday.
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Five takeaways from FIFA World Cup round of 16 match
5. Jarell Quansah becomes first England player since Wayne Rooney to be sent off in FIFA World Cup match
Jarell Quansah was sent off during England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 on Sunday. Following a VAR review, Quansah received a straight red card for a tackle on Jesús Gallardo in the 54th minute.
He became the fourth English player to be sent off in a World Cup. The first since Wayne Rooney in 2006. Ray Wilkins (1986) and David Beckham (1998) are the other two who earned red cards.
4. Jude Bellingham first player to score a brace after Maradona at Estadio Azteca in the World Cup
England’s Jude Bellingham netted twice in 98 seconds to startle the overwhelmingly pro-Mexico crowd, converting a close game into an immediate 2-0 lead for the de facto road team.
The 23-year-old became the first player to score multiple goals at the World Cup at Estadio Azteca since Diego Maradona in 1986.
3. Jude Bellingham now has more World Cup goals than Michael Owen and Sir Bobby Charlton
No one recorded a goal against Mexico in this World Cup until Jude Bellingham came. Bellingham’s brace created a new England milestone. He now has more World Cup goals (5) than Michael Owen and Sir Bobby Charlton (4).
2. England qualify for the 11th World Cup quarterfinal
The Three Lions won one of the finest World Cup matches ever, defeating Mexico 3-2 in the Azteca with 10 men to go to the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. The win saw them set an excellent record. They have now advanced to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals for the 11th time, trailing only Brazil (15) and Germany (14).
1. England are the first-ever side to win against Mexico in a FIFA World Cup game at Azteca
The Three Lions defeated co-hosts Mexico 3-2 despite a rowdy Azteca Stadium atmosphere and an early second-half red card.
Jude Bellingham netted two goals 98 seconds apart, and Harry Kane converted a penalty after England were reduced to ten men. The Three Lions defeated Mexico 3-2 at Estadio Azteca on Sunday night, advancing to the quarterfinals. They also became the first nation to beat Mexico at Azteca in a FIFA World Cup match.
Who won the game for England?
Kane and Bellingham’s goals won the game for England.
What was the highlight of the game?
England became the first team to beat Mexico at Azteca Stadium for the first time in a FIFA World Cup game.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.