England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca to reach quarter-finals
England secured a 3-2 victory over Mexico at Estadio Azteca, ending Mexico's unbeaten streak at the venue in World Cup matches. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham led the scoring, while England successfully defended their lead despite being reduced to 10 men.
Why it matters
The result is historically significant as it is Mexico's first World Cup loss at their iconic home stadium, advancing England to the quarter-finals.
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Jude Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart, Harry Kane converted a penalty when England was down to 10 men, and the Three Lions handed Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, a wild 3-2 victory on Sunday night to reach the quarterfinals.
The article is a standard sports report from a wire service, focusing on match statistics and historical context.
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