Pre-match information
Mexico will face England in the 1/8 round of the 2026 World Cup at Azteca Stadium. This is considered one of the most notable matches of the knockout round as the home team is maintaining impressive form, while the "Three Lions" are still considered the top candidates for the championship.
Mexico entered this round with a record of winning all 4 matches and not conceding a goal. In the round of 16, coach Javier Aguirre's team defeated Ecuador with a score of 2-0 with a solid and effective playing style, thereby continuing to extend their impressive performance at home.
Mexico's strength lies in a disciplined defense system and the ability to take advantage of opportunities very well. Edson Alvarez and Luis Romo control the midfield, while Julian Quinones is the most dangerous explosive player in attack with 3 goals and 1 assist from the beginning of the tournament. Besides, Azteca Stadium is also a great support as Mexico is on a 22-match unbeaten streak here in all competitions.
On the other side, England won a ticket to the round of 16 after a 2-1 victory over the DRC. Harry Kane continued to affirm his leadership role when scoring a double, and also became the player with the most goals for England at World Cups with 13 goals.
Coach Gareth Southgate's team still possesses a quality squad such as Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice or Anthony Gordon. However, the "Three Lions" have not created absolute conviction when the ability to organize attacks is sometimes not sharp, and the defense still leaves space in front of fast-paced opponents.
History also brings many emotions to the England team when Azteca Stadium was where they lost to Argentina in the 1986 World Cup quarter-finals. After 40 years, the European representative returned to this traditional stadium with the goal of winning a ticket to the quarter-finals, but will face a very big challenge from the host Mexico.
According to the prediction of Opta supercomputer, England is rated slightly higher with about 40.6% chance of winning in 90 minutes. However, against a Mexico that is in high form and possesses home advantage, the "Three Lions" are predicted to have an unfavorable match.
