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England Edge Mexico 3-2 to Reach World Cup Quarterfinals

England secured a 3-2 victory over Mexico in the Round of 16, earning a place in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals despite a Jarell Quansah red card and two penalties.

England overturned a shaky start to beat Mexico 3-2, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice and Harry Kane converting a penalty. A 54th‑minute red card for Jarell Quansah left the Three Lions a man down, but they held firm, later earning a second penalty that Kane also converted. Mexico’s own spot‑kick was saved, sealing England’s spot in the last 8.

The match saw England’s defense tighten after the dismissal, sitting deep and shutting down Mexican attacks. Bellingham’s late defensive effort in the final minutes proved decisive, as he cleared danger and helped the team withstand Mexico’s late surge. mwafrika.life