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England soccer fans support Azteca Stadium for World Cup final after Mexico loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

England soccer fans support Azteca Stadium for World Cup final after Mexico loss

Summary

England soccer fans traveled to Mexico to support their team in the World Cup Round of 16 and witnessed a 3-2 victory over Mexico. Despite England going down to 10 men early in the second half, they managed to secure the win. Post-match, some fans expressed strong opinions that the final should be held at the iconic Azteca Stadium rather than in the United States, describing it as deserving of the final and praising the Mexican people and culture. Following this match, no further World Cup games will be played in Mexico City this summer.

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By the Numbers

•England secured a 3-2 win against Mexico in the Round of 16.
•Fans praised the Azteca Stadium, calling it 'the best ground in the world.'
•All remaining World Cup matches will occur in the USA, except for one in Canada.
•The final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘America hosting the final is a joke’: English soccer fans issue clear verdict on Mexico

What they're saying

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England soccer fans travelled to Mexico in their numbers recently to watch the Three Lions in World Cup Round of 16 action. Despite going down to 10 men early in the second half and Mexico having an amazing record at the Azteca, Thomas Tuchel’s side eventually came away with a 3-2 win.
— Yahoo Sports

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