England

England will attempt to overcome one of the toughest assignments in world football when they face co-hosts Mexico in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 at Estadio Azteca on Monday morning. Thomas Tuchel’s team advanced after edging DR Congo 2-1 in the previous round, while Mexico booked their place with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Ecuador. England’s win featured a comeback led by Harry Kane, who scored twice late to send the Three Lions through; England’s campaign marked their first World Cup comeback win after conceding first since 1966. Mexico’s goals included one from Julian Quinones and a second that led to Raul Jimenez’s finish, with Javier Aguirre credited for the result. The match also sets up a venue test: Mexico have never lost a World Cup match at Estadio Azteca, posting eight wins and two draws in 10 games, and have not been beaten there in 26 consecutive matches across all competitions since 2013.