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England v Mexico LIVE: World Cup result and reaction as furious Tuchel rants at referee
The Independent • • general
Key Points:
- England secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup 2026 round of 16 at the Azteca Stadium, despite being reduced to 10 men following Jarell Quansah’s red card.
- Jude Bellingham scored two quick goals early on, with Harry Kane adding a penalty, helping England to build a lead before Mexico fought back late in the game.
- Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made crucial saves in a tense finish, and England's resilient defense, led by manager Thomas Tuchel’s tactical adjustments, held on through 11 minutes of stoppage time.
- England will face Norway in the quarter-finals, a team led by Erling Haaland who recently eliminated Brazil from the tournament.
- Players and fans hailed the victory as one of England’s greatest World Cup achievements, with emotional tributes and reflections on the tough, hostile conditions at the Azteca.
