England successfully continued their World Cup journey. Bellingham: This is the result of the team's collective effort.

Goals from Bellingham and Kane secured a thrilling 3-2 victory for England over Mexico in their Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup. Real Madrid star Bellingham stated that the team persevered through difficult situations until the very last moment, making it a result of the collective effort of the entire team.

In the 36th minute, Saka chipped a pass into the box, and Bellingham, swerving past the defense, headed the ball into the net, giving England a 1-0 lead. In the 38th minute, Kane crossed from the penalty area, and Bellingham slotted the ball home from close range, extending England's lead over Mexico to 2-0.

In the 42nd minute, Mexico took a free kick, and England defender Konsa was unable to clear it. Quiniones immediately fired a shot into the net, helping Mexico pull one back to 1-2.

In the 52nd minute of the second half, Jesus Gallardo was brought down by Cuaanza during an attack, and the referee showed Cuaanza a red card. In the 58th minute, Gordon was brought down by Mexican goalkeeper Raul Ranger while dribbling forward, and the referee awarded England a penalty. Kane then converted the penalty, extending England's lead to 3-1.

In the 67th minute, Kane fouled Brian Gutierrez while clearing the ball, and after a VAR review, the referee awarded Mexico a penalty. Raul Jimenez then converted the penalty, making the score 2-3 for Mexico.

England ultimately defeated hosts Mexico 3-2 in a thrilling victory, advancing to the quarterfinals.

England midfielder Bellingham said, "It's really hard to put into words. We defended tenaciously in front of the penalty area even when we were down to ten men, and when we got into the opponent's penalty area, we were able to seize the key opportunities. Maybe in the past, especially when I was a child watching England play as a fan, this team might have collapsed, but this team stayed united until the last second."

"Whether they were starting players or substitutes, everyone gave their all and went all out. That's the spirit of this team. When the score became 2-1, the game was still full of suspense, especially after they scored. The whole stadium seemed to boil over instantly."

Bellingham pointed out, "That defensive play was just as important as the goal, but the significance of this victory goes far beyond me; it belongs to the starting players, the substitutes, and the fans who spent money to come from afar to support us."

"This is the result of the team's joint efforts, and also a victory created by the entire country."

In addition, England captain Harry Kane said, "It was a crazy game, and we had to find a way to win, and we did. Every player had to push their limits and unleash their inner strength to help the team get through this."

"There were so many heroes in this game. I am incredibly proud of this team and proud of the fighting spirit that everyone showed. Together we found a way to win."

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