England clinched a 3-2 win over Mexico on Monday, advancing to the World Cup quarter‑finals while former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett reaffirmed that Jarell Quansah’s straight‑red was correct.

Why did Hackett back the red card?

Hackett told Football Insider that Quansah’s challenge on Jesus Gallardo met the definition of serious foul play. The defender’s studs struck Gallardo’s shin after the ball was already past, prompting referee Alireza Faghani to consult VAR and issue the dismissal within seconds. Hackett stressed the footage left no doubt, calling the decision "the correct one."

How did the match unfold?

Mexico opened the scoring, but England responded through Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, both finding the net in the second half. A penalty for each side kept the score tight, and despite the red card, England held on to win 3-2. The result sends England to face Norway, after a 2-1 upset over Brazil the previous day.

What does this mean for England’s defence?

England have struggled on the right flank throughout the tournament. First‑choice Reece James missed the group stage with a hamstring, and his potential replacement Tino Livramento was ruled out before the competition began. Trevor Chalobah entered the squad in place of Livramento, while Djed Spence filled the role against DR Congo but failed to impress. Quansah’s red highlights the depth issue, forcing manager Thomas Tuchel to rethink his back‑up options ahead of the Norway tie.

Will the decision affect England’s quarter‑final strategy?

Tuchel’s selection policy has already drawn criticism, especially his omission of Trent Alexander‑Arnold despite the midfielder’s strong season at Real Madrid. The Quansah incident adds pressure, as England now must cope with ten men for a significant portion of the Norway game. How the manager adjusts his defensive shape could determine whether England progresses to the semi‑finals.