Ten man England edge Mexico in World Cup classic to reach quarter-finals

England produced their best display of the World Cup amid the passion and emotion of the Azteca Stadium to secure a dramatic victory over Mexico and set up a quarter-final against Norway. On a night of sheer sporting theatre, with the game delayed by an hour because of severe storms, Thomas Tuchel’s side even survived Jarell Quansah’s red card early in the second half to record one of their finest wins in recent years.

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Mexico advance with convincing win over Ecuador

A daunting trip to the Azteca Stadium awaits England if they beat DR Congo after co-hosts Mexico brushed aside Ecuador 2-0 in their last-32 World Cup tie. Kick-off in Mexico City was delayed by an hour due to a thunderstorm, but that did not stop the hosts from making an electrifying start in front of more than 80,000 raucous fans.

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Mexico beat South Africa in chaotic World Cup opener

Co-hosts Mexico made a strong start to their 2026 World Cup campaign as they defeated nine-man South Africa at a packed Azteca Stadium in the tournament opener. Three players were sent off in all, with Mexico reduced to 10 men in the closing moments. Mexico had only needed nine minutes before they delighted their fans with the first goal of the finals.

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