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England faces Mexico at ‘monster’ stadium where El Tri has yet to concede a goal at this World Cup
By Carlos Rodríguez, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 4, 2026
· 5 min read
Mexico has spent 40 years chasing a return to the World Cup quarterfinals. On Sunday, their best chance in a generation arrives. Playing on home soil in a venue that has become an almost impregnable fortress, El Tri will face England in the round of 16 — in what is arguably the most important mat...
Key takeaway “The stadium is a monster; that explains the high number of wins and draws, and the few losses — which were just accidents,” said Hugo Sánchez, the legendary striker who played in the 1986 World Cup and now serves as an ESPN analyst.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents with Mexican heritage, Sunday's match between Mexico and England is more than just a game - it's a chance to see their national team break a decades-long curse. Many locals have family ties to Mexico and have been following El Tri's journey, with some even making the trip to Mexico to cheer them on in person. The team's impressive record at the Estadio Azteca, with only two defeats in official matches since 1966, has given fans hope that this could be the year they finally reach the quarterfinals again. As the community gathers to watch the match, local restaurants and bars are expected to be filled with fans donning Mexico's colors, cheering on their team and sharing in the excitement of this historic moment. The outcome of the game will undoubtedly be a topic of conversation in Magnolia for days to come.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Mexico has spent 40 years chasing a return to the World Cup quarterfinals. On Sunday, their best chance in a generation arrives. Playing on home soil in a venue that has become an almost impregnable fortress, El Tri will face England in the round of 16 — in what is arguably the most important mat...
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