Mexico vs England Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham power England into quarterfinals

Mexico vs England Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham struck twice in the first half (36th and 38th minutes) while Harry Kane added third to give England control. Julian Quinones (42nd minute) and Raul Jimenez scored one each for Mexico.

Koushik Paul
Updated6 Jul 2026, 10:17:21 AM IST
Mexico vs England Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham celebrates with teammate Harry Kane after scoring.
Mexico vs England Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Jude Bellingham celebrates with teammate Harry Kane after scoring.(AP Photo)

Mexico vs England Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: England overcame a hostile atmosphere at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium and a second-half red card to defeat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a gripping FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 encounter. The high-intensity contest, which also featured a weather delay of nearly an hour, proved to be one of the standout matches of the tournament as England secured a place in the World Cup quarterfinals for the third successive edition.

Still chasing their first World Cup title since lifting the trophy in 1966, England will next face Norway, led by Erling Haaland, in Miami Gardens on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals. Mexico twice responded after falling two goals behind, but were ultimately unable to complete the comeback, with their wait to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since hosting the tournament in 1986 continuing.

Jude Bellingham struck twice in the first half (36th and 38th minutes) to give England control before Mexico's Julian Quinones (42nd minute) reduced the deficit before the break, reigniting hopes for the home side and its supporters. In the second half, England defender Jarell Quansah was shown a straight red card after a VAR review of his challenge on Jesus Gallardo in the 54th minute, with England leading 2-1.

Quansah became the fourth England player to be sent off at a FIFA World Cup and the first since Wayne Rooney's dismissal in 2006. Ray Wilkins (1986) and David Beckham (1998) are the only other England players to have received red cards at the tournament, according to ESPN.

Mexico have now exited the World Cup at the same round-of-16 stage eight times since they reached the quarterfinals in 1986. The only other time they went past the last 16 was the previous time they played host in 1970.

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6 Jul 2026, 08:38:53 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: England cruise through

That's it. It's England, who are through to the quarterfinals, following their 3-2 win over Mexico. Harry Kane scored one from the spot, after Jude Bellingham scored a brace in 99 seconds. Raul Jimenez and Julian Quinones scored one each for Mexico. Jordan Pickford punches in the air as the referee blows the whistle.

6 Jul 2026, 08:23:58 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: 11 minutes of added time

A massive 11 minutes have been added. Can Mexico pull one through. Meanwhile Morgan Rogers replaces Harry Kane.

6 Jul 2026, 08:21:33 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Time is running out for Mexico

The time is running out for Mexico. Only four of regulation time remain, plus the added on minutes. England are keeping it tight and narrow as almost the full team comes down to defend the lead. Can Mexico forces extra-time play? Mexico 2-3 England (86')

6 Jul 2026, 08:04:12 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Raul Jimenez reduces the deficit

GOOOAALLL! Raul Jimenez scores from the spot. The crowd is on their feet again. Harry Kane fouled Gutierrez while trying to clear the ball inside the box. The referee goes up to VAR for help and Mexico were awarded the penalty. Kane gets an yellow card.

Mexico 2-3 England (69')

6 Jul 2026, 07:55:52 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Harry Kane makes it 3-1 for England

GOOOAALLLLL!!!!! Harry Kane makes no mistake from the spot. Kane lays off for Anthony Gordon inside the box. Raul Rangel comes out running and brings down Gordon. Kane scores his 6th in the tournament. Mexico 1-3 England (59')

6 Jul 2026, 07:26:19 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: England lead 2-1 at HT

SAVEEE!!! Jordan Pickford makes another stunning save. A dangerous cross into the box and Raul Jimenez rises above to head it towards the far post. Pickford comes up with a brilliant save to keep it out again. The teams go into HT with England leading 2-1.

6 Jul 2026, 07:14:24 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Julian Quinones reduces the deficit

GOOOAALLLL!!!!! Julian Quinones reduces the deficit for Mexico just before HT. The goal came from a set piece which fell in the dangerous area and is not cleared by the English defence. The ball falls in front of Quinones, who slots home past Jordan Pickford. Mexico 1-2 England (42')

6 Jul 2026, 07:11:29 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Jude Bellingham silences Mexican crowd

GOOOAALLLLLLLLLL!!!!!! Jude Bellingham puts England ahead. The Real Madrid silences the Mexican crowd. Bukayo Saka makes a cross from the right. Bellingham dives in at the far post to head home. Wait!!! Two in two for Bellingham. This is the first time Mexico are behind in this tournament. This time, Harry Kane plays for Bellingham in the middle with the striker putting the ball past Raul Rangel. The difference between the two goals is 99 seconds. Bellingham scored in 36th and 38th minutes.

6 Jul 2026, 06:48:51 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Jordan Pickford denies Mexico

WHAT a head by Raul Jimenez! What a save by Jordan Pickford! Roberto Alvarado runs on to the right and send a perfect cross for Jimenez lurking inside the box. The striker dives to make a pinpoint header only for Pickford to palm the ball away by diving to his left. Mexico 0-0 England (17')

6 Jul 2026, 06:42:29 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Even stevens so far

It's been even stevens so far in the first 10 minutes in Mexico City. England's Declan Rice got the first yellow card in the game as early as in the second minute after he caught Romo in the head with a high boot. Meanwhile, Harry Kane is yet to get a single touch on the ball.

6 Jul 2026, 06:24:54 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Time for National Anthems

Time for National Anthems as players of both sides make their way into the middle of the stadium. England go first, followed by Mexico. Meanwhile, the stadium is packed with Mexico fans.

6 Jul 2026, 06:23:45 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Mexico's starting lineup vs Mexico

Mexico: Raul Rangel, Jorge Sanchez, Cesar Montes, Johan Vasquez, Jesus Gallardo, Erik Lira, Luis Romo, Gilberto Mora, Raul Jimenez, Julian Quinones, Roberto Alvarado.

6 Jul 2026, 06:23:35 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: England's starting lineup vs Mexico

England: Jordan Pickford, Jarell Quansah, Ezri Konsa, Marc Guehi, Nico O'Reilly, Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane.

6 Jul 2026, 06:23:10 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Team news

England coach Thomas Tuchel made three changes to England's lineup, with Jarell Quansah replacing Djed Spence at right back and Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon returning to the starting XI. Mexico are playing with the same team that beat Ecuador.

6 Jul 2026, 06:22:36 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: What did FIFA say?

“Due to adverse weather conditions in Mexico City, including risk caused by lightning in the vicinity of the stadium, the kick-off of the World Cup 2026 round of 16 match between Mexico and England has been delayed to 7 PM local time (9 PM EDT). The safety and security of all individuals is FIFA's priority. We thank all fans for their understanding and cooperation," a FIFA statement said.

6 Jul 2026, 06:21:56 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: What does the FIFA protocol say?

Under FIFA protocol, a match cannot begin or continue if lightning is detected within an eight-mile radius of the stadium. Play can only resume after a 30-minute period without any lightning strikes, with each new strike resetting the countdown timer.

6 Jul 2026, 06:21:29 AM IST

Mexico vs England LIVE: Why the match was delayed?

The match was delayed by an hour after after severe weather, including lightning, heavy rain and hail, struck the area around the Azteca Stadium. The match was originally scheduled for a 5:30 A M IST start, but would now kick off at 6:30 AM IST. after storm protocols were activated.

6 Jul 2026, 06:18:28 AM IST

Mexico vs England Live: Hello

Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the Mexico vs England Round of 16 clash in Mexico City.

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