Donald Trump showers praise on England captain Harry Kane after electrifying win over Mexico

England’s chaotic 3-2 World Cup victory over Mexico, played at high altitude in the Estadio Azteca, triggered praise across politics and media and set up a quarter-final against Norway. The match featured a penalty goal and a converted chance involving Raul Jimenez, but England were reduced to 10 men after Jarell Quansah’s red card following a VAR review. England survived a delayed start caused by forecasted thunderstorms and lightning risk, with kickoff pushed to 2 a.m. UK time. Donald Trump posted praise for Harry Kane on Truth Social, while Sir Keir Starmer, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan and Prince of Wales William also sent messages after the win. Starmer said it was “one of the greatest England matches” he had seen, and Khan highlighted the late-night atmosphere as some venues were granted extended opening hours to 5 a.m. The win came after added time of 11 minutes.