Mexico
England
Final score, goalscorers and match facts
Mexico vs England was played on July 6, 2026 and finished 2-3. The match was played at Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) in the Round of 16.
Half-time: 1-2
England led through Jude Bellingham's brace and held on with 10 men at the Azteca after Jarell Quansah's 54th-minute red card; Harry Kane's penalty made it 3-1 before Raúl Jiménez pulled one back from the spot.
Goalscorers
- Quiñones 42'
- Jiménez 69' (pen.)
- Bellingham 36'
- Bellingham 38'
- Kane 60' (pen.)
- Attendance
- 80,824
- Referee
- Alireza Faghani
Post-Match Reactions
“I leave with mixed feelings. On one hand, proud of the family we built and very satisfied with the work done. I would have liked to say goodbye to my people with a victory. It hurts, it hurts a lot... but well, I don't have many more words.”Source: ESPN
“This doesn't feel like a round-of-16 match, it feels like a final! With 10 men, at altitude, against a home country — this is a moment of joy and a heroic performance and result. This team did it on pure will. A crazy match in a crazy atmosphere, and we were up against all odds.”Source: Sky Sports
Match Analysis
In the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, the winner of Match 79 will face the winner of Match 80, promising an exciting encounter for football fans. Estadio Azteca, located in the heart of Mexico City, is one of the most iconic stadiums in football history with a capacity of 83,000. Having hosted numerous significant international matches, this stadium will once again witness a historic World Cup clash.
This match is a crucial step towards the quarter-finals of the tournament. Teams must bring their best to the field to continue their journey towards the final. The outcome of the game could be pivotal not only for the two teams but also for the overall progression of the tournament. Fans can catch this crucial encounter live on TRT 1.