England vs Mexico Live Updates: FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 Match Underway After Weather Delay

Anthony Gordon wins possession high up the pitch after dispossessing Jorge Sánchez near the touchline before driving into the penalty area.

The England winger curls a low effort towards goal, but Raúl Rangel gets down well to make the save and keep Mexico level.

Mexico 0-0 England.

We have a pause in play for the first hydration break of the evening.

The three-minute break will allow both sets of players a chance to rehydrate and receive instructions from the sidelines, with the opening stages played at a high intensity inside raucous Azteca Stadium. 

Mexico 0-0 England.

The contest is becoming increasingly physical as both sides continue to exchange robust challenges. Jesus Gallardo is penalised for bringing down Bukayo Saka before Cesar Montes concedes another free-kick after pulling back Jude Bellingham.

Mexico respond with a promising attack of their own as Gilberto Mora drives in from the left, but Declan Rice tracks back well to halt the move.

Mexico 0-0 England.

Jordan Pickford comes to England's rescue with a superb save to keep out Raul Jimenez's close-range header.

Roberto Alvarado delivers an inviting cross from the right and Jiménez meets it with a powerful diving header, but Pickford reacts brilliantly to push the effort away. Great reflexes from the England no 1. 

Mexico 0-0 England.

Marc Guehi tries to pick out Bukayo Saka with a long ball over the top, but the pass has too much on it and Raul Rangel comes charging forward to gather comfortably.

Mexico 0-0 England.

England continue to ask questions in the opening stages as Anthony Gordon wins a corner after his cross is turned behind by Jorge Sanchez.

Declan Rice plays the set-piece short to his Arsenal teammate Bukayo Saka, whose cross flies over the crowded penalty area and goes out for a throw-in.

Mexico 0-0 England.

The temperatures have begun to rise immediately inside the Azteca as Jude Bellingham is pulled back by Erik Lira, giving England a free-kick in midfield.

Harry Kane then tries to retrieve the ball quickly, but Lira holds onto it before the referee steps in to calm the situation and prevent the confrontation from escalating.

Mexico 0-0 England.

Not the best of starts for England as Declan Rice is shown a yellow card inside the opening minute for a high challenge.

The midfielder catches his opponent with a raised boot, leaving the referee with little hesitation in reaching for his pocket. Rice will now have to thread carefully for the entirety of this game here. 

Mexico 0-0 England.

After a one-hour delay due to adverse weather, the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash between England and Mexico is finally underway at the Estadio Azteca.

England are out in their traditional white strip as they get the action started. Mexico meanwhile are dressed in their traditional green, a colour that is spread across the stadium.

Mexico 0-0 England.

If you needed any further proof of the atmosphere inside the Estadio Azteca that awaits England, this is it.

The stage is set and the players are in the tunnel as wer're just moments away kick-off after the weather delay in Mexico City.

A packed Estadio Azteca is bouncing as supporters create a deafening atmosphere for this blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash. 

The atmosphere is building inside the Estadio Azteca as thousands of supporters fill the stands ahead of this delayed kick-off. 

Here's a look at the electrifying atmosphere from inside the stadium at one of world football's most iconic venues.

England return to the Estadio Azteca for the first time since one of the most memorable matches in FIFA World Cup history.

The last time the Three Lions played at the iconic venue was in the 1986 quarter-finals, where they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Argentina. Diego Maradona scored twice, first with the infamous "Hand of God" goal before producing a stunning solo effort that would later be voted the "Goal of the Century". Gary Lineker pulled one back late on, but England were unable to find an equaliser.

Nearly four decades later, England are back at the Azteca looking to create happier memories and book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals.

While we wait for kick-off, here's a look at Norway's now-iconic 'Viking Row' celebration. Led by match-winner Erling Haaland after today's victory, the jubilant squad recreated the now-famous routine as they celebrated reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals for the first time in history.

England have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture, winning six of the nine previous meetings between the two sides. Mexico have claimed two victories, while one game ended in a draw. 

ENG vs MEX Head to Head: 
Matches Played: 9
England wins: 6 
Mexico wins: 2
Draws: 1

Mexico have enjoyed an impressive run to the knockout stages, topping Group A with a perfect nine points after victories over South Africa, Czechia and South Korea. Javier Aguirre's side then defeated Ecuador 2-0 in the Round of 32 and are yet to concede a goal at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

England, meanwhile, finished top of their group with wins over Panama and Croatia, alongside a goalless draw against Ghana. Thomas Tuchel's men were pushed all the way by DR Congo in the Round of 32 before Harry Kane scored twice to complete a late 2-1 comeback and send the Three Lions into the last 16.

Both sides will now battle for a place in the quarter-finals, where Norway await after knocking out Brazil.

Thomas Tuchel has made three changes to the England side that came from behind to beat DR Congo in the Round of 32. Anthony Gordon and Bukayo Saka return on the wings, replacing Noni Madueke and Marcus Rashford, while Jarell Quansah comes into the starting XI in place of the injured Reece James.

Mexico, meanwhile, are unchanged as Javier Aguirre sticks with the side that defeated Ecuador to book their place in the Round of 16.

Mexico XI: Raúl Rangel; Jorge Sánchez, César Montes (C), Johan Vásquez, Jesús Gallardo; Luis Romo, Gilberto Mora, Érik Lira; Roberto Alvarado, Julián Quiñones, Raúl Jiménez.

Substitutes: Guillermo Ochoa, Carlos Moreno, Israel Reyes, Johan Rojas, Jesús Orozco, Jesús Angulo, César Huerta, Luis Chávez, Marcel Ruiz, Edson Álvarez, Alexis Vega, Santiago Giménez, Ángel Sepúlveda, Orbelín Pineda, Efraín Álvarez.

England XI: Jordan Pickford; Nico O'Reilly, Ezri Konsa, Jarell Quansah, Marc Guéhi; Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice; Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon; Harry Kane (C).

Substitutes: Dean Henderson, James Trafford, Levi Colwill, Djed Spence, Tino Livramento, Morgan Gibbs-White, Conor Gallagher, Curtis Jones, Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer, Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke, Marcus Rashford, Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins.

There's some bad news for fans waiting for kick-off at the Estadio Azteca. The Round of 16 clash between England and Mexico has been delayed by one hour because of adverse weather conditions in Mexico City.

FIFA said the decision was taken due to the risk of lightning in the vicinity of the stadium. The match will now kick off at 7:00 PM local time, which means it will be a 6:30 AM IST Kick-off instead of the originally scheduled time.

Here's the official statement from FIFA: "Due to adverse weather conditions in Mexico City, including risk caused by lightning in the vicinity of the stadium, the kick-off of the World Cup 2026 round of 16 match between Mexico and England has been delayed to 19.00 local time (21:00 EDT). The safety and security of all individuals is Fifa’s priority. We thank all fans for their understanding and cooperation."

The stage is set for another FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash as England take on co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca.

A place in the quarter-finals is on the line, with Norway awaiting the winners after their stunning victory over five-time champions Brazil earlier today. Mexico will look to make home advantage count as they chase a first World Cup quarter-final appearance since 1986, while England aim to continue their quest for a second world title.

Stay tuned for live score updates, goals, team news and all the key moments from this blockbuster knockout encounter.