England beat Mexico 3-2 to reach World Cup quarterfinals

England reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals after beating co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a Round of 16 match in Mexico City on Sunday. Jude Bellingham scored twice in the 36th and 38th minutes to put England ahead 2-0. Mexico responded with Julián Quiñones, who converted a free kick after England conceded a foul, making it 2-1 at half-time. England’s challenge grew when Jarell Quansah was sent off following a video review, leaving the visitors with 10 men for the final 40 minutes. Harry Kane converted a penalty in the 60th minute for 3-1, then Raúl Jiménez scored a penalty in the 69th to cut the deficit to 3-2. England next face Norway on Saturday in Miami.