“Jude Bellingham once again proved why he is one of football’s brightest young stars”
England secured their place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Mexico in a dramatic Round of 16 clash at the Estadio Azteca.
The match began after a weather delay caused by thunderstorms. England found their rhythm and took control in the first half. Jude Bellingham scored twice in quick succession, giving the Three Lions a 2-0 lead. Mexico responded before the break through Julián Quiñones to keep the contest alive.
England faced a major challenge early in the second half when Jarell Quansah received a red card. Despite playing with ten men, Harry Kane converted a penalty to restore England’s two-goal advantage.
Mexico refused to give up and Raúl Jiménez scored from the penalty spot to make it 3-2. The hosts pushed hard for an equaliser during the closing stages, but Jordan Pickford made several important saves to protect England’s lead.
The victory sends England into the World Cup quarter-finals, where they will face Norway. It was another determined display from the Three Lions as they kept their hopes of lifting the trophy alive.