06/07/2026 10:39 - Deportes
On July 5, 2026, the historic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City witnessed a thrilling Round of 16 match in the 2026 World Cup. The English National Team achieved a hard-fought and deserved 3-2 victory against Mexico in a match affected by weather conditions but delivering a top-tier spectacle.
The ball was originally scheduled to roll at 9:00 PM local time, but an intense electrical storm forced officials to suspend the kickoff for safety reasons. After an hour of waiting, at 10:00 PM, the teams took the pitch, generating even greater tension and expectation among local and visiting fans.
Young English talent Jude Bellingham stole the spotlight by scoring two quick goals (36' and 38') to put the Europeans ahead. Mexico didn't give up, and Julián Quiñones quickly narrowed the gap at minute 42'. In the second half, a penalty executed by captain Harry Kane at 58' extended the lead, although Raúl Jiménez would bring the hosts closer again with another goal from the penalty spot, leaving the final score at 3-2.
Despite the sending-off of Jarell Quansah, England managed to hold on. There was a piece of negative news for the English: Jordan Henderson suffered an injury while celebrating one of the goals, causing concern for the coaching staff, though the team's morale remains intact heading into the next phase.
With this victory, England advances to the quarter-finals with great hope. Their next opponent will be Norway, a team coming off a major upset by eliminating Brazil 2-1, a historic day for Nordic football. Meanwhile, Argentina is preparing to face Egypt on Tuesday, looking to continue their path in the tournament.
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Alfredo S. Quiroga
