Mexico faces England in World Cup round of 16 match at Azteca Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Mexico is set to play England in a crucial round of 16 knockout match at Azteca Stadium on July 5. This marks Mexico's best opportunity in decades to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 1986. With three home wins in the tournament and a strong record at Azteca, Mexico hopes to leverage its home-field advantage against England, who must adapt to the high altitude. England advanced to this stage after a dramatic win over Congo, with Harry Kane scoring two late goals. The match is part of a busy knockout stage, with Brazil also facing Norway on the same day.
- •Match scheduled for July 5 at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
- •Mexico has won three games in the tournament without conceding a goal.
- •England faces challenges due to the high altitude in Mexico City.
- •Harry Kane scored two late goals to secure England's place in the round of 16.
- •Brazil will play Norway on the same day in another knockout match.
- 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup what to know: Co-host Mexico seeks to reach quarterfinals for first time in 40 years
"Mexico is counting on a huge home-field advantage to help it reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 40 years. Mexico appears to have its best chance in decades to end the drought in what many are calling the biggest match in the country’s history, largely because of where the game will be played. Mexico has won eight matches and tied two at their “home” stadium since Estadio Azteca opened in 1966.
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