England hold off Mexico 3-2 to reach World Cup quarterfinals
Jude Bellingham scores twice and Harry Kane converts a penalty as ten-man England hold on for a thrilling 3-2 victory over Mexico.
Monday, July 6, 2026
England hold off Mexico 3-2 to reach World Cup quarterfinals — Monday, July 6, 2026
England defeats Mexico 3-2 in Round of 16 to reach quarterfinals; Norway beats Brazil 2-1 with Haaland double for historic quarterfinal berth; USMNT's Balogun cleared to face Belgium after suspension lifted. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in the knockout stage, with Brazil, Norway, Mexico, England, France and Morocco among the teams featuring in recent Round of 16 action across North American venues.
Biggest developments
Haaland fires Norway past Brazil 2-1 into quarterfinals
Erling Haaland scores twice as Norway eliminate Brazil from the World Cup in Round of 16.
Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium
FIFA decision allows USMNT striker Folarin Balogun to play after red-card ban suspended.
Bullish takes
- Norway reaches first World Cup quarterfinal
- England advances despite playing with 10 men
Critical takes
- Brazil eliminated early after underachieving expectations
- Mexico's World Cup run ends at home
Why this matters
Knockout stage intensifies with major nations eliminated and quarterfinal matchups set.