England are celebrating one of their most memorable World Cup victories of all time. The Three Lions defied a weather delay, high altitude, Jarell Quansah’s early second-half red card and a febrile atmosphere to outlast co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a pulsating showdown at their Estadio Azteca fortress. Thomas Tuchel’s side produced a heroic defensive effort late on against a team who had won all of their games so far at this tournament without conceding a single goal, setting up a huge quarter-final tie next weekend in Miami against Erling Haaland and Norway, who stunned Brazil on Sunday thanks to their talisman.
England went 2-0 up against Mexico after Jude Bellingham scored twice in 98 seconds with half-time looming, though El Tri pulled one back before the break as Julian Quinones thumped home. The stage was set for a truly remarkable second period, in which Quansah was sent off after a VAR review on a high challenge on Jesus Gallardo to leave England up against it. However, they restored their two-goal advantage from the penalty spot through Harry Kane after Anthony Gordon proved too quick for goalkeeper Raul Rangel. Kane’s foul on Brian Gutierrez at the other end then led to Raul Jimenez dispatching from 12 yards, creating the nerviest of finishes.
But the likes of Jordan Pickford and substitute Dan Burn were inspired as England put their bodies on the line and held out for one of their most famous major tournament victories on foreign soil. Follow England vs Mexico reaction live below, including expert insight and analysis from Standard Sport’s England correspondent Dom Smith at the Estadio Azteca.
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How many games will Quansah be banned for?
Jarell Quansah is set to serve a suspension after he was sent off in England’s topsy-turvy victory over Mexico in the World Cup last 16.
Thomas Tuchel’s side reached the quarter-finals in dramatic fashion at the Estadio Azteca, with two goals from Jude Bellingham and a Harry Kane penalty enough to best the co-hosts amid a partisan atmosphere.
England vs Norway resale ticket prices revealed
A ticket for England’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway is being advertised for over $8 million (£5.99m) on FIFA's official resale platform.
Resale tickets are appearing for sky-high prices on the platform amid a huge expected demand for seats for the last-eight match on Saturday evening.
10 defining moments from memorable win
Jude Bellingham’s one-two punch, Declan Rice’s booking and VAR controversy... the last 16 tie had everything.
Here are the ten key moments from last night’s match...
When is England vs Norway?
England now have five days off as they prepare to face Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals.
The Three Lions will take on Norway at 10pm BST on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Miami.
The Miami Stadium, also known as the Hard Rock Stadium, will host the game.
Konsa hails England 'brotherhood'
"There is a brotherhood,” the defender said.
“I think you saw that today, the effort we all had to put in. Certain players changing positions like myself and putting in a shift. That’s what you want to do if you want to go far in this tournament
"The boss had to make some changes, I thought Dan Burn was excellent when he came on as well, so was John Stones.
"Having those kind of players to come on and help us was a great feeling and with Erling Halland [and Norway] we’ll have to focus on that next weekend when it comes."
PA'Best England away day'
"I think that's probably the best England result I've experienced, probably the best away day I've had in an England shirt,” Declan Rice said.
“Yeah, everything I expected and it was just an incredible night."
Getty'A special group'
"It gives the group huge confidence [to become just the third team ever to beat Mexico at the Azteca],” Elliot Anderson said afterwards.
"Obviously, going down to 10 men and holding the lead [showed the kind of team this is].
"It’s a special group and I think that just shows the fight and togetherness we have in the group and it puts in good stead in the later rounds."
PA'We'll remember this for the rest of our lives'
"I think it's one that we'll remember for the rest of our lives, and all the fans will as well,” Kane continued.
“Just because of how it came about, the adversity we had to come through, being away from home, all the decisions against us, and we found a way.
"We found a deep desire from within to get through this game, and I just couldn't be prouder of the boys."
England’s Harry Kane was on target again as England beat Mexico (Nick Potts/PA)PA WireKane lauds Bellingham impact
"What a performance from him,” the captain said of England’s No10.
"To step up in the biggest moments like he did again today, credit to him. Not just the goals, but the way he worked for the team, the way he drove us up the pitch at times with 10 men.
"He was everywhere. So big credit to him. Obviously, we know each other well. I see him train, and he's a special, special player, a special, special lad as well. He gave everything for his country tonight."
AFP/GettyWhere does Kane sit in golden boot race?
Harry Kane netted another crucial goal not just in England’s World Cup campaign, but also in his pursuit of the golden boot.
But where does he rank at this tournament?
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