England will face Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday, 6 July 2026, at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The match was originally scheduled for 1am BST but has been delayed to 2am BST due to severe weather. For viewers in the US, the match kicks off at 7pm local time on Sunday, 5 July.
How to Watch England vs Mexico for Free
The match will be broadcast live and exclusively free-to-air on BBC One. Pre-match coverage begins at 12am BST, offering a full hour of build-up. Fans can also stream the game via the BBC iPlayer app or the BBC Sport website on mobile devices and laptops. Radio commentary is available on BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT, with live streaming via BBC Sounds and talkSPORT apps.
Venue and Altitude Challenge
The Estadio Azteca, also known as Mexico City Stadium, sits over 7,200 feet above sea level, presenting a significant altitude challenge for England manager Thomas Tuchel and his squad.
Team News
England will be without Tino Livramento, who has been ruled out of the tournament with a calf injury. However, Jarell Quansah has recovered from an ankle problem and is set to start. Mexico enters the knockout stage in formidable form, having won all four tournament matches without conceding a goal. Key players include Julian Quinones, with three goals and an assist, and Santiago Gimenez, providing a strong attacking presence.
Head-to-Head Record
England have won their last four international matches against Mexico between 1986 and 2010. Their only previous World Cup meeting was in 1966, where England won 2-0 on their way to winning the tournament.
