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England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
By Carlos Rodriguez, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 5, 2026
· 3 min read
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart in the first half, and...
Key takeaway Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart in the first half, and six minutes after Jarell Quansah was sent off, Kane converted a penalty to restore England's two-goal lead.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For Magnolia residents and Houston area soccer fans, England's thrilling 3-2 win over Mexico at Estadio Azteca is a notable upset, especially given Mexico's previous unbeaten streak in World Cup matches at the venue. The match's outcome may spark local discussions about the teams' performances and strategies. As England moves on to face Norway in Miami Gardens, Florida, for a spot in the semifinals, Magnolia fans may be interested in watching the upcoming match, potentially at local sports bars or gathering spots. The fact that England will be playing in the United States may also generate local interest, with some fans possibly traveling to Florida to attend the match. Additionally, the injury to midfielder Jordan Henderson may be a concern for England fans in the area, who will be watching to see how the team adapts to his potential absence in future games.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart in the first half, and...
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