England defeated Mexico 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 on July 5 at Mexico City Stadium.
English midfielder Jude Bellingham scored twice in quick succession in the first half, capitalizing on attacking momentum to stun the home crowd. Mexican forward Julián Quiñones pulled one back shortly after. After English defender Jarell Quansah received a red card, England captain Harry Kane converted a penalty to restore the advantage, before Mexican striker Raúl Jiménez replied from the spot.
England held on despite being reduced to ten men in a match marked by early English dominance followed by a resilient Mexican response and late tension.
Mexico, unbeaten through the group stage as co-hosts with a strong defensive record and positive goal difference, exited the tournament after a competitive knockout display. England advanced having shown clinical finishing, though the red card introduced defensive vulnerabilities in the second half.
England’s next match is the quarterfinal against the winner of the corresponding bracket tie on July 9 or 10.