England prepares to face Mexico in World Cup knockout round

England is set to play Mexico in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca Stadium in the early hours of Monday. After a mixed performance against DR Congo in the previous round, there are questions regarding the starting XI, particularly in the right-back and wing positions. Djed Spence, who started against DR Congo, may be replaced due to performance concerns, with Declan Rice and Ezri Konsa also considered for the right-back role. Anthony Gordon's strong showing as a substitute may lead to a starting position, while Marcus Rashford and Noni Madueke's performances have also come under scrutiny. Strategical shifts are being discussed by analysts before the match.