10-man England beat Mexico 3-2 to advance to World Cup quarter-finals
Jude Bellingham scored twice and Harry Kane added a penalty as England overcame a second-half red card and 80,000 fans.
- On Sunday, Mexico coach Javier Aguirre saw his World Cup run end with a 3-2 defeat by England at Estadio Azteca, concluding his third spell in charge of the co-hosts.
- Aguirre had confirmed his departure before the tournament, leading Mexico to their deepest World Cup run in 40 years and restoring the squad's identity and sense of belonging.
- Jude Bellingham's quickfire double put England in control before Harry Kane added a second-half penalty after England were reduced to 10 men, though Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored late for Mexico.
- Endorsing a successor, Aguirre backed former Mexico captain Rafa Marquez to lead the team, saying, "He is more than capable, and he will do better than me."
- England advances to a July 11 quarter-final against Norway in Miami, while the passionate home crowd chanted "yes we can" during the weather-delayed match at Estadio Azteca.
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