2026 World Cup: Short-handed England holds off Mexico at home behind 2-minute Jude Bellingham brace
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Key Points:
- England secured a narrow 3-2 victory over Mexico in Mexico City to advance to the World Cup quarterfinals, in a match marked by intense action and multiple penalties.
- Jude Bellingham scored twice for England in the first half, while Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored for Mexico, with Harry Kane adding a penalty goal.
- England played most of the second half with 10 men after Jarell Quansah received a straight red card for a dangerous tackle.
- Despite Mexico's late pressure and an extended stoppage time, England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made crucial saves to preserve the win.
- The defeat ended Mexico's 10-game winning streak at Azteca Stadium and brought a heartbreaking exit for the home side.
