2026 World Cup: Short-handed England holds off Mexico at home behind 2-minute Jude Bellingham brace
England’s underdog run stuns Mexico in a World Cup Round of 16 thriller at home
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England secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, playing with 10 men for much of the match. Jude Bellingham scored twice in a two-minute span, including a decisive goal in stoppage time, while Harry Kane added another for the Three Lions. The win marked England’s first knockout-stage victory in the tournament, despite fielding a depleted squad.
Coverage from Al Jazeera, The Guardian, ESPN, and Yahoo Sports emphasized the late drama, Bellingham’s heroics, and Mexico’s missed opportunities. The match took place at the Azteca Stadium, with England’s resilience and tactical adjustments under the spotlight. Yahoo Sports also highlighted a high-stakes betting loss, with one punter losing $1 million on Mexico’s victory.
Next steps include England’s quarterfinal match, with Mexico facing elimination. The team’s ability to adapt to injuries and maintain composure under pressure will be critical. Mexico’s defensive lapses and England’s clinical finishing will be scrutinized as both sides prepare for their next fixtures.
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Quick answers
How did England score their goals?
England’s three goals came from Jude Bellingham (twice, including a stoppage-time winner) and Harry Kane, according to all major sports outlets.
Where was the match played?
The match took place at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, as reported by ESPN and other outlets.
What’s next for England in the tournament?
England advances to the quarterfinals, with their next match yet to be confirmed by coverage.
Coverage (7)
- World Cup 2026: Rate the players in Mexico v England BBC · 2h ago
- England end Mexico's World Cup with best win on foreign soil in their history ESPN · 2h ago
- Bellingham inspires ten-man England in 3-2 last-16 thriller against Mexico Al Jazeera · 2h ago
- World Cup 2026: 1 bettor loses $1 million on Mexico's 3-2 loss to England in Round of 16 Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- 10-man England beat Mexico through Bellingham and Kane in World Cup thriller The Guardian · 2h ago
- England dash Mexico hopes in World Cup thriller at Azteca ESPN · 2h ago
- 2026 World Cup: Short-handed England holds off Mexico at home behind 2-minute Jude Bellingham brace Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
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