Ten-man England survive Mexico comeback to reach quarter-finals

Ten-man England survived a spirited Mexican comeback to secure a 3-2 victory and reach the World Cup quarter-finals. The dramatic win at the Azteca Stadium ended Mexico's deepest tournament run in 40 years.

England took a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring with a header from a Bukayo Saka cross, and he quickly added a second goal, tapping in a pass from Harry Kane. Mexico pulled a goal back just before halftime through Julian Quinones, who capitalized on a loose ball in the box.

The match shifted significantly in the second half when England defender Jarrell Quansah received a straight red card following a VAR review, forcing England to play with 10 men. Despite the disadvantage, Harry Kane extended England's lead to 3-1 from the penalty spot after being fouled by Mexican goalkeeper Raul Rangel.

Mexico was awarded their own penalty in the 66th minute after a VAR review confirmed a foul by Kane on Brian Gutierrez. Raul Jimenez converted the spot-kick, reducing the deficit to 3-2 and setting up a tense finish. The match was also delayed by an hour due to adverse weather conditions.

England will now face Norway in the quarter-finals in Miami on Saturday, continuing their quest to end a 60-year wait for a major international trophy.