England survived Aztec fires to end Mexico’s World Cup dream

England booked their place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup after beating co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a pulsating last-16 clash at the Estadio Azteca. Backed by a raucous home crowd, Mexico twice threatened to take control in a match full of drama, controversy and swings. But Thomas Tuchel’s side responded each time, showing resilience and composure to emerge with a famous victory in one of the most gripping encounters of the tournament. England’s clinical finishing proved decisive in the end as they ended their World Cup campaign in Mexico and progressed to the last eight, where they now face an even sterner test.

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Issued by:

Amar Panicker

Published on:

06 Jul 2026 08:46 IST