England Edge Mexico 3-2 to Reach World Cup Quarterfinals
England survived a red card and late Mexican pressure to win 3-2 in Mexico City, advancing to the World Cup quarterfinals.
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England advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 3-2 victory over hosts Mexico in Mexico City, despite playing the final minutes with 10 men. The result ended Mexico's tournament campaign and sparked disappointment among home fans, according to BBC World.
The match saw England withstand a fierce late onslaught from Mexico after defender Marc Guehi received a second yellow card, leaving the Three Lions a player short. Nonetheless, they held on to secure their place in the next round, as reported by The Whistler.
Mexico had opportunities to equalize in the closing stages but were unable to convert. The loss prompted emotional reactions from local supporters, with BBC World quoting fans calling it 'a very sad day.'
England will now face Norway in the quarterfinals on Saturday in Miami Gardens, Florida, with a semifinal berth on the line, The Whistler confirmed. The match will mark the continuation of England's deepest World Cup run in recent years.
No further details on goalscorers or exact timing of goals were provided in the source material. The outcome of the upcoming match against Norway has not yet been determined.