One of the most anticipated matches of the World Cup is about to wrap up the holiday weekend.
Taking place at the historic Estadio Azteca, Mexico is set to face England for a chance to move into the quarter-finals. The English squad is preparing to adapt to the high altitude of Mexico City.
Mexico topped Group A, showcasing solid goaltending and a fierce offensive. They’ve made it this far without conceding a single goal in the tournament, which is quite impressive, especially their shutout against Ecuador in the first round.
On the other hand, England also emerged as group winners and advanced to the round of 32. However, they encountered a surprise setback during their match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Congolese team initially took the lead, but England captain Harry Kane turned the game around, scoring twice late in the match—bringing his total goals in the tournament to five.
Mexico vs England: Key Details
- What: 2026 FIFA World Cup, Round of 16
- When: July 5th, 8pm ET
- Where: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
- Channel: FOX (English); Telemundo (Spanish)
- Streaming: DIRECTV (with a free trial available)
FIFA decided not to change the kickoff time for today’s match despite a severe weather warning in the area, though delays could still happen due to the conditions.
Here’s a rundown of what to expect for the World Cup Round of 16 match between Mexico and England.
Match Timing
The match today is set to kick off at 8pm ET.
Watching Mexico vs England for Free
If you don’t have a cable connection, consider streaming options. Personally, I find DIRECTV one of the best ways to catch live sports without charge. They’re offering a 5-day free trial right now, which could be a good way to get started.
Mexico’s World Cup Results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| South Africa (Group A) | Mexico 2 South Africa 0 |
| South Korea (Group A) | Mexico 1 Korea 0 |
| Czech Republic (Group A) | Mexico 3 Czech Republic 0 |
| Ecuador (Round of 32) | Mexico 2 Ecuador 0 |
England’s World Cup Results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Croatia (Group L) | England 4 Croatia 2 |
| Ghana (Group L) | 0-0 draw |
| Panama (Group L) | England 2 Panama 0 |
| Democratic Republic of the Congo (Round of 32) | England 2 Democratic Republic of the Congo 1 |
Mexico’s Squad
Goalkeeper:
- Raoul Rangel
- Carlos Acevedo
- Guillermo Ochoa
Defenders:
- Jorge Sanchez
- Cesar Montes
- Johan Vasquez
- Israel Reyes
- Mateo Chavez
- Jesus Gallardo
Midfielders:
- Edson Alvarez (Captain)
- Eric Ra
- Luis Romo
- Alvaro Fidalgo
- Orbelin Pineda
- Obed Vargas
- Gilberto Mora
- Cesar Huerta
- Luis Chavez
- Brian Gutierrez
Forwards:
- Raul Jimenez
- Alexis Vega
- Santiago Jimenez
- Armando González
- Julián Quiñones
- Guillermo Martinez
- Roberto Alvarado
England’s Squad
Goalkeeper:
- Jordan Pickford
- Dean Henderson
- James Trafford
Defenders:
- Ezri Konsa
- Nico O’Reilly
- John Stones
- Marc Gehi
- Tino Libramento
- Dan Byrne
- Reece James
- Jed Spence
- Jarrell Quansah
Midfielders:
- Declan Rice
- Elliot Anderson
- Jude Bellingham
- Jordan Henderson
- Coby Mainu
- Morgan Rogers
- Eberechi Eze
Forwards:
- Bukayo Saka
- Harry Kane (Captain)
- Marcus Rashford
- Anthony Gordon
- Ollie Watkins
- Noni Madueke
- Ivan Toney
