Ezri Konsa discusses England's defense and Harry Kane ahead of Mexico match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:42 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Ezri Konsa expressed confidence in England's defense as the team prepares to face Mexico in the FIFA World Cup on Sunday. Despite a lackluster defensive performance against DR Congo, Konsa believes the backline can handle Mexico's potent attack, which has netted eight goals without conceding. He emphasized the need for improvement and expects his partnership with Marc Guehi to be pivotal. As England's leading striker, Harry Kane has surpassed Pele's World Cup goals tally and is viewed as a key asset. Konsa acknowledged the challenge posed by altitude at Estadio Azteca but remains optimistic about advancing to the quarter-finals.
- •Konsa confident in England's defense against Mexico's attack.
- •Harry Kane is England's leading scorer and key to their success.
- •England aims to upset co-hosts Mexico in World Cup knockout stage.
- •Konsa acknowledges the challenge of playing at high altitude.
- •England's last match showed defensive vulnerabilities needing improvement.
- 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Ezri Konsa confident in England's defense and compares teammate to Lionel Messi ahead of Mexico game
"England defender Ezri Konsa has dismissed concerns over the altitude at the Estadio Azteca, insisting the Three Lions have what it takes to stun co-hosts Mexico and reach the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, thanks in no small part to their own Lionel Messi
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