Mexico's World Cup run ends early again with loss to England at Estadio Azteca
Mexico was eliminated from the World Cup after a 3-2 loss to England at Estadio Azteca. Despite strong home support, Mexico failed to overcome two early goals from Jude Bellingham, leading to the resignation of coach Javier Aguirre.
Why it matters
The loss marks another round-of-16 exit for Mexico, prompting a significant leadership transition in their national football program.
MEXICO CITY — Mexico had an enormous home-field advantage and an opportunity to make its deepest run in the World Cup, but El Tri let it slip away against heavyweight England on Sunday night.
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