England’s Azteca Triumph: Three Lions Edge Mexico 3-2 in World Cup Classic
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Yellow card Declan RICE (England) is booked by
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Goal Jude BELLINGHAM (England) scores!!
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Goal Jude BELLINGHAM (England) scores!!
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Goal Julian QUINONES (Mexico) scores!!
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Red card Jarell QUANSAH (England) is sent off!
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Yellow card Jorge SANCHEZ (Mexico) is booked by
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Mexico squad
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1 Raul RANGEL Goalkeeper
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2 Jorge SANCHEZ Defender
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3 Cesar MONTES C Defender
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5 Johan VASQUEZ Defender
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6 Erik LIRA Midfielder
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7 Luis ROMO Midfielder
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9 Raul JIMENEZ Forward
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16 Julian QUINONES Forward
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19 Gilberto MORA Midfielder
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23 Jesus GALLARDO Defender
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25 Roberto ALVARADO Forward
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4 Edson ALVAREZ Defender
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8 Alvaro FIDALGO Midfielder
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10 Alexis VEGA Forward
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11 Santiago GIMENEZ Forward
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12 Carlos ACEVEDO Goalkeeper
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13 Guillermo OCHOA Goalkeeper
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14 Armando GONZALEZ Forward
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15 Israel REYES Defender
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17 Orbelin PINEDA Midfielder
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18 Obed VARGAS Midfielder
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20 Mateo CHAVEZ Defender
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21 Cesar HUERTA Forward
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22 Guillermo MARTINEZ Forward
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24 Luis CHAVEZ Midfielder
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26 Brian GUTIERREZ Midfielder
England squad
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1 Jordan PICKFORD Goalkeeper
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2 Ezri KONSA Defender
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3 Nico OREILLY Defender
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4 Declan RICE Midfielder
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6 Marc GUEHI Defender
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7 Bukayo SAKA Forward
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8 Elliot ANDERSON Midfielder
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9 Harry KANE C Forward
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10 Jude BELLINGHAM Midfielder
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18 Anthony GORDON Forward
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26 Jarell QUANSAH Defender
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5 John STONES Defender
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11 Marcus RASHFORD Forward
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12 Trevoh CHALOBAH Defender
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13 Dean Henderson Goalkeeper
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14 Jordan HENDERSON Midfielder
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15 Dan BURN Defender
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16 Kobbie MAINOO Midfielder
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17 Morgan ROGERS Midfielder
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19 Ollie WATKINS Forward
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20 Noni MADUEKE Forward
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21 Eberechi EZE Midfielder
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22 Ivan TONEY Forward
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23 James TRAFFORD Goalkeeper
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24 Reece JAMES Defender
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25 Djed SPENCE Defender
England produced one of their finest World Cup performances at Mexico's iconic Azteca Stadium, beating the hosts 3-2 to reach the quarter-finals in a display some have compared to the class of 1966. Jude Bellingham scored twice and Harry Kane added the decisive goal in a fiercely contested match. Manager Thomas Tuchel praised his side's composure but was critical of the officials' decisions during an emotionally charged encounter.
The result triggered widespread celebrations across Britain, with millions of supporters staying up past 4am to watch the 1am kick-off. The moment reached the political sphere too, as MPs from across the parties spoke of joining the late-night audience. The mood was dampened only by news that substitute Jordan Henderson injured his wrist during the post-match celebrations, casting doubt over his fitness for the games ahead.
- England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca to reach the quarter-finals.
- Bellingham scored twice, with Kane netting the winner.
- Henderson hurt his wrist celebrating, raising fitness concerns.
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England reached the World Cup quarter-finals with a 3-2 win over hosts Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, a venue with a storied history in English football folklore. Jude Bellingham, one of England's key midfielders, scored twice, while captain Harry Kane netted the winner. Thomas Tuchel, the England manager, has overseen the side through the tournament and used the match to raise concerns about refereeing decisions.
The Azteca Stadium is regarded as one of football's most atmospheric and demanding venues, and England have historically had mixed fortunes there, which is why comparisons are being drawn with the country's celebrated 1966 World Cup-winning team. Beating Mexico on home soil, in a match played at a difficult early-morning hour for British viewers, has added to the significance of the result for many fans.
Jordan Henderson, an experienced England midfielder who came on as a substitute, is a figure to watch in the coming days, as an injury sustained after the final whistle has raised questions about his availability for England's next fixture in the competition.
Coverage
- Daily Mail — England’s heroes celebrate with their wives as Trump hails Kane and dramatic World Cup victory over Mexico is called ‘best since 1966’
- Daily Mail — One of England fans’ greatest performances. FRED KELLY watches joy, tears and strangers hug as millions stay up until the final whistle
- Daily Mail — Lucky they don’t need to be at Parliament till 2.30pm! MPs boast about staying up for England’s World Cup triumph
- Daily Mail — England fans descend on Mexico City ahead of the Three Lions’ crunch match with the World Cup co-hosts
- Daily Mail — Jordan Henderson suffers ‘really bad’ freak injury in bizarre fall during England’s celebrations against Mexico at the World Cup
- Daily Mail — England’s greatest World Cup victory since 1966: OLIVER HOLT on how 15 Three Lions heroes stood tall at the fearsome Azteca on a night of red card, two penalties, Jude Bellingham’s double and Harry Kane’s winner
- The Guardian — England’s unbelievable night at the Azteca | World Cup Daily – video
- The Guardian — England rise to Azteca occasion and see off ghosts, time and Mexico | Barney Ronay
- BBC Sport — ‘Iconic match at iconic stadium’ – England win down to ‘pure will’
- BBC Sport — An incredible night when England heroes were made
- BBC Sport — Tuchel ‘very proud’ of England but criticises officials
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