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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainJuly 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Mexico vs. England: World Cup Round of 16 Match Preview

The Mexican national soccer team is preparing to face England in the World Cup Round of 16 after defeating Ecuador. The team is managing several player injuries while aiming to advance past the round of 16 for the first time since 1986.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of this match determines which team advances to the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup.

Key Facts

  • Mexico will play England in the World Cup Round of 16 this coming Sunday at Estadio Azteca.
  • Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 to reach the Round of 16.
  • England defeated Congo 2-1 to qualify for the match against Mexico.
  • Mexico has not faced England in a World Cup match since 1966.
  • Goalkeeper Raúl Rangel has played 347 minutes in the tournament without conceding a goal.
  • Forward Julián Quiñones is currently under medical observation for muscle fatigue.
  • Forward Raúl Jiménez and midfielder Gilberto Mora reported minor physical discomfort following the match against Ecuador.
  • Mexico has won 10 World Cup matches at Estadio Azteca and has not lost there since 2013.
  • The all-time record for consecutive minutes without conceding a goal in a World Cup is 517 minutes, held by Walter Zenga.

Who's Mentioned

locationEstadio Azteca“Venue for the upcoming match against England.”personJavier Aguirre“Head coach of the Mexican national team and former 1986 player.”personJulián Quiñones“Mexican forward currently experiencing muscle fatigue.”personThomas Tuchel“Head coach of the England national team.”personRaúl Rangel“Mexican goalkeeper with 347 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal.”organizationFIFA“Governing body of the World Cup.”