England secures dramatic World Cup victory against Mexico in Estadio Azteca

The game at Estadio Azteca was marked by a delay due to storms, a hostile crowd, and a red card for defender Jarell Quansah in the second half. Despite these challenges, Thomas Tuchel’s team secured the win, setting up a quarter-final match against Norway. Former England captains Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer praised the team's performance, suggesting it demonstrates their capability to win the World Cup.

England, who were among the tournament favorites, had an underwhelming group stage and had to come from behind to beat the Democratic Republic of Congo in the round of 32. Mexico, co-hosts of the tournament, were unbeaten in 10 previous World Cup games at the stadium. England took an early 2-0 lead with two goals from Jude Bellingham, though Julian Quinones scored for Mexico before halftime.

The match changed significantly when Quansah received a red card. Harry Kane then scored a penalty, restoring England's two-goal lead, but Mexico's Raul Jimenez converted a penalty shortly after. England maintained a strong defensive effort with just 33.2 percent possession, their lowest on record in a World Cup match since 1966.

Coach Tuchel commended his team's mentality and spirit. Bellingham encouraged his teammates to believe in themselves. England will next face Erling Haaland's Norway, with potential semi-final matches against Argentina, Sw