England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the iconic Estadio Azteca in the round of 16, advancing to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time after a dramatic win, according to reports. The result sets up a quarterfinal matchup against a yet-to-be-determined opponent.
England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City overnight, advancing to the World Cup quarterfinals. The match had been delayed by about an hour due to a storm, as The Zioneer reported earlier. Harry Kane scored twice in England's group-stage win over Congo, and the team now reaches the last eight of the tournament for the first time in this campaign. The opponent in the quarterfinals has not yet been announced.
2 developments
- DevelopingEngland beats Congo 2-1, Kane scores brace; Round of 16 vs Mexico set
- DevelopingWorld Cup round-of-16: Brazil vs Norway, Mexico vs England tonight
- DevelopingStorm delays Mexico-England World Cup match; kickoff expected in about an hour, Channel 12 reports
- DevelopingMexico beats Ecuador 2-0, advances to World Cup round of 16
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