England may face a difficult test against Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup. Mexico have been impressive in the tournament, with four wins and no goals conceded.

What happened?

Mexico brushed aside Ecuador to reach the last 16, with fans already looking ahead to a potential match against England. England face a tough test against DR Congo, but if they win, they will face Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.

Why it matters for England

The Azteca Stadium is a daunting venue, with Mexico having a strong record there. They have won 70 games out of 89, with 17 draws and only two defeats. England will need to be wary of Mexico's players, including Wolves striker Raul Jimenez.

What comes next?

England's recent form has been mixed, with two wins and two losses in their last four games. Their last result was a 4-2 win over Croatia on 2026-06-17. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-17 | Croatia | 4-2 | England are currently on a two-game winning run, but they will need to be at their best to beat Mexico. The match would be a mouthwatering fixture for many football fans, but a daunting one for England supporters. Mexico's fans are dreaming of what could be, with one fan saying 'we have the chance to do the impossible'. England's next fixture is against Spain on 2026-09-26, but first, they need to focus on beating DR Congo. Currently sidelined is R. James, which could be a blow for England.