Jude Bellingham's brace lifts England past Mexico in World Cup clash

England secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Mexico in Mexico City on July 5, advancing to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. Jude Bellingham scored two quick goals in the first half to give England a lead, but Mexico's Julián Quiñones responded just before halftime. The game's intensity escalated after England's Jarell Quansah received a red card early in the second half, yet England extended their lead through a penalty by Harry Kane. Mexico managed to narrow the gap with a penalty from Raúl Jiménez, but England held on despite being down a player and an intense search for an equalizer from Mexico. This loss ends Mexico's impressive 10-game winning streak at the Estadio Azteca.

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