Mexico are out of the 2026 World Cup. England came through a fiery Round of 16 tie at Estadio Azteca to win 3–2 on Sunday, July 5, 2026, ending the co-hosts’ run in front of their own fans.
This guide recaps the result, how the match swung, and what happens next now that Mexico are eliminated.
Is Mexico Out of the World Cup?
Yes. Mexico lost 3–2 to England in Round of 16 Match 92 at the Azteca and are eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Topping Group A had kept both knockout ties in Mexico City, but the home advantage was not enough. Here is how the knockout stage works.
Their full group-stage results sit in the Group A fixtures and standings and the Mexico match schedule at the World Cup.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result | Mexico 2–3 England (Round of 16, Match 92) |
| Date | Sunday, July 5, 2026 |
| Venue | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| Goals | Bellingham 2, Kane pen (England); Quiñones, Jiménez pen (Mexico) |
| Outcome | England advance to the quarter-finals; Mexico eliminated |
How England Beat Mexico
Jude Bellingham struck twice in quick succession early on and Harry Kane added a penalty to put England in command. Julián Quiñones pulled one back for Mexico before half-time to keep the Azteca roaring.
England were reduced to ten men when Jarell Quansah was sent off in the second half, and Raúl Jiménez converted a penalty to make it 3–2. But the Three Lions held on, with Jordan Pickford making crucial late saves, to reach the quarter-finals.
- England won Group L and carry the pedigree of the 1966 world champions. Full profiles in the Group L teams and fixtures guide.
- Mexico won all three group games and both knockout ties were at home, but the hosts could not overturn England’s early lead despite finishing the stronger side.
What’s Next for England and Mexico
England advance to the quarter-finals, where they meet Norway in Miami on July 11. For Mexico, the co-hosts’ 2026 World Cup is over at the last-16 stage.
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Image credit: Mexico vs South Africa at Soccer City, Johannesburg, in 2010, photo by Celso FLORES via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 2.0.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mexico out of the World Cup?
Yes. Mexico lost 3–2 to England in the Round of 16 at Estadio Azteca on July 5, 2026 and are eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
What was the score in Mexico vs England?
England won 3–2. Jude Bellingham scored twice and Harry Kane added a penalty; Julián Quiñones and a Raúl Jiménez penalty replied for Mexico.
Did Mexico win their Round of 16 match?
No. Despite playing at home and against ten-man England for part of the second half, Mexico lost 3–2 and went out in the last 16.
Who does England play next?
England face Norway in the quarter-finals in Miami on July 11, 2026.
Sources
- England Football: Mexico 2-3 England match centre
- ESPN: Mexico 2-3 England
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Standings and Bracket
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Knockout Stage
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