Julian Quinones shines as Mexico faces England in World Cup knockout stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Mexico's Julian Quinones has established himself as a key player ahead of the World Cup knockout match against England on July 7. Quinones, who plays for Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League, scored the opening goal in the tournament's opening match against South Africa, contributing to Mexico's advancement. With a total of three goals in the tournament, he is set to be a significant threat to England's defense. Quinones faced initial skepticism as a naturalized player, yet he has garnered support from Mexican fans, enhancing his profile leading into this crucial fixture at the Estadio Azteca.
- •Quinones scored three goals in the World Cup so far.
- •Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match.
- •Match against England is on July 7 at Estadio Azteca.
- •Quinones played previously in the Saudi Pro League.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Julian Quinones, Mexico's not-so-secret World Cup weapon
"When England do battle with Mexico in the World Cup last 16 on Sunday, they will be wary of Julian Quinones, a forward with little international profile who has shown in this tournament he knows the way to goal.He announced himself to the wider world by smashing in the opening goal of this World Cup as Mexico dominated South Africa 2-0 at the Azteca in the tournament curtainraiser.
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