Mexico vs England Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 05.07.2026

Event Details

• Date and Time: Sunday, July 5, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
• Venue: Mexico City Stadium, Mexico
• Competition: FIFA World Cup Round of 16

Mexico vs England Preview and Team News

Mexico Team News

For the final time at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexico will have home-field advantage. It has been a stunning summer for El Tri, as they’ve won all four of their games without conceding.

They secured their spot in the Round of 16 with a controlled 2-0 win over Ecuador, limiting their South American opponents to just one shot on target. Mexico’s defensive solidity has been impressive, while Julian Quinones and Roberto Alvarado have been crucial in the final third. The former has enjoyed an excellent World Cup, registering four goal contributions in four appearances.

The fact that this clash is set for the Azteca Stadium could be crucial, as El Tri have lost just two of their last 89 competitive fixtures at the iconic Mexico City venue.

Mexico predicted lineup vs England (4-1-2-3): Rangel; Sanchez, Montes, Vasquez, Gallardo; Lira; Mora, Romo; Alvarado, Jimenez, Quinones.

England Team News

Thomas Tuchel has promised that England will get better as the tournament progresses, and there is reason to believe the Three Lions could benefit from facing opponents who are less likely to sit in a low block. A tense Round of 32 clash in Atlanta played out on Wednesday, with Harry Kane being England’s savior with two goals in the last 15 minutes.

Remarkably, that was the first time since the final win over Germany in 1966 that the Three Lions have come from behind to win a match at the World Cup. However, the balance between midfield and defense needs to be addressed.

Declan Rice could drop into right-back after catching the eye in the unfamiliar role in the closing stages against DR Congo. Morgan Rogers could be recalled to provide extra creativity in the middle of the field. Anthony Gordon is expected to start after registering two assists on Wednesday.

England predicted lineup vs Mexico (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Rice, Guehi, Konsa, O’Reilly; Anderson, Bellingham; Saka, Rogers, Gordon; Kane.

Mexico vs England Prediction 

• Pick: England to Win
• Odds: +149 (20Bet)
• Correct score prediction: Mexico 1-3 England

This should be a thrilling Round of 16 tie in Mexico City. However, the open nature of the game could suit England, whose attacking players have been starved of space in their previous three fixtures.

The Three Lions have the attacking talent to shine in transition, and Mexico’s likely front-foot approach should give Bellingham, Saka, and Gordon more time on the ball in advanced areas.

England’s clinical nature in the final third could be crucial, just as it was against Croatia in their only previous match against a side ranked inside the world’s top 20 this summer.

Mexico vs England Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Harry Kane to Score
• Odds: +165 (20Bet)

Harry Kane once again showed why he is England’s most important player in the Round of 32, netting both goals to fire the team into the Round of 16.

The Three Lions captain has enjoyed another prolific season, scoring a staggering 75 goals in 66 appearances for club and country. He has carried that form into the World Cup, finding the net five times in four matches.

Kane has racked up a shot conversion rate of 28% and has hit the target with half of his 18 efforts. If England are to progress, Kane will be at the heart of their success.

Mexico vs England Where to Watch (USA, Canada)

• FOX (USA)
• TSN (Canada)

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By Alex Duddley

Updated: 03 Jul 2026, 13:46