Mexico
England
Team Overview
In their latest World Cup match, Mexico hosted Ecuador and secured a convincing 2-0 victory. This win marks their fourth consecutive triumph in the tournament, showcasing their strong form as they prepare to face England.
Match statistics (Mexico vs Ecuador):
Team Overview
England faced Congo DR in their last World Cup match, winning 2-1 at home. This victory continues their impressive run, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches.
Match statistics (England vs Congo DR):
In a tightly contested Round of 16 match, England triumphed over Mexico with a score of 3-2, securing their place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup. Despite Mexico's dominant possession and relentless attacking play, it was England's efficiency that made the difference.
England opened the scoring through Jude Bellingham, who netted twice within two minutes, showcasing their clinical edge. Mexico responded just before halftime with a goal from J. Quinones, giving them hope as they entered the break trailing 2-1. The second half saw England extend their lead with a penalty from Harry Kane, putting them ahead 3-1.
Mexico fought back valiantly, with R. Jimenez converting a penalty of his own in the 69th minute, narrowing the gap to 3-2. Despite their 67% possession and a staggering 20 total shots compared to England's 6, Mexico struggled to capitalize on their chances, with only 5 shots on target.
The match was marked by a physical battle, resulting in 14 fouls for Mexico and 7 for England. England's J. Quansah received a red card early in the second half, but Mexico could not fully exploit their numerical advantage. Ultimately, England's resilience and tactical discipline allowed them to hold on for the win, leaving Mexico to reflect on missed opportunities.
Mexico has shown strong form in their last 10 matches, winning 8 and losing none, with an aggregate of 16 goals scored and only 3 conceded. Their recent victories include a 2-0 win against Ecuador and a 3-0 win against Czechia, showcasing their attacking prowess and solid defense.
England, on the other hand, has had a mixed performance with 5 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses in their last 10 matches. They scored 18 goals but conceded 11, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent matches include a 2-1 win over Congo DR and a 4-2 win against Croatia, demonstrating their capability to score but also their susceptibility to conceding goals.
In terms of statistics, Mexico has an average of 2.0 goals per game in their last 10 matches, while England also averages 2.0 goals per game. However, Mexico's defense has been notably stronger, conceding only 0.3 goals per game compared to England's 1.1 goals per game. The head-to-head record shows that in their only previous encounter, England emerged victorious with a score of 3-2, indicating a competitive matchup.
Additionally, Mexico's recent match against England saw them dominate possession with 67% and take 12 corners, while England managed only 2 corners and 33% possession. This suggests that Mexico may control the game more effectively, but England's counter-attacking ability could pose a threat.
Tactically, Mexico is expected to maintain a high press and dominate possession, utilizing their home advantage to create scoring opportunities. England, however, may adopt a more cautious approach, looking to exploit counter-attacks and set pieces, which have proven effective in their recent matches.
R. Rangel
G
J. Sanchez
D
C. Montes
D
J. Vasquez
D
J. Gallardo
D
G. Mora
M
E. Lira
M
L. Romo
M
R. Alvarado
F
R. Jimenez
F
J. Quinones
F
J. Pickford
G
D. Spence
D
E. Konsa
D
M. Guehi
D
N. O'Reilly
D
E. Anderson
M
D. Rice
M
N. Madueke
M
J. Bellingham
M
M. Rashford
M
H. Kane
F
