Thomas Tuchel praised his England side after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium, describing the win as feeling 'almost like we won a final'. The match, played at high altitude in front of a hostile home crowd, saw England overcome fears of altitude sickness and a strong Mexican team to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.
Bellingham and Kane Shine in Mexico
Jude Bellingham was the star of the show, scoring two goals to put England in control. Harry Kane added a third from the penalty spot, ensuring England's dominance despite a late Mexican rally. 'It feels almost like we won a final or something,' Tuchel told reporters after the game, visibly exhausted but jubilant.
Henderson Injury Mars Celebrations
However, the victory came at a cost. Midfielder Jordan Henderson injured his wrist after falling over an advertising board during the celebrations. 'Jordan injured his wrist, it just doesn't fit to the evening that Jordan is not with us,' Tuchel said. 'I don't know the procedure, the doctor told me he is in the hospital.' The extent of the injury is not yet known, but it could be a significant blow for England's campaign.
England Advance to Face Norway
With this win, England advance to the quarter-finals, where they will face Norway for the first time in a major tournament. Norway advanced after a surprise victory over Brazil, setting up an intriguing clash. England will need to be at their best to overcome the Scandinavian side, who have impressed with their tactical discipline and attacking flair.
