The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 continues on Sunday, July 5, with Mexico taking on England in a highly anticipated knockout clash. The match kicks off at 8:00 p.m. ET at Mexico City Stadium, with a place in the quarterfinals on the line.
Unlike the group stage, there is no possibility of either team earning a point or settling for a draw. One nation will advance, while the other will be eliminated from the tournament.
What happens if Mexico beat England?
If Mexico defeat England, El Tri will advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.
Mexico would then face the winner of the Brazil vs. Norway Round of 16 matchup on July 11, moving one step closer to a potential semifinal appearance.
England, meanwhile, would be eliminated from the tournament.
What happens if England beat Mexico?
If England emerge victorious, the Three Lions will secure a place in the quarterfinals.
England would also meet the winner of Brazil vs. Norway in the next round on July 11.
A defeat would end Mexico’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
What happens if Mexico and England are tied?
A tie is only possible after the first 90 minutes of regulation.
If the score remains level at the end of regulation, the match will proceed to:
- 30 minutes of extra time, split into two 15-minute halves.
- If the score is still tied after extra time, the winner will be decided by a penalty shootout.
Unlike the group stage, knockout matches cannot end in a draw, meaning one team must advance to the quarterfinals.
Mexico and England’s path to the Round of 16
Mexico reached the Round of 16 after defeating Ecuador 2-0 in the Round of 32.
England advanced by earning a 2-1 victory over DR Congo, setting up Sunday’s marquee showdown with Mexico.
Match information
- Match: Mexico vs. England
- Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16
- Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Venue: Mexico City Stadium
What’s at stake?
The winner of Mexico vs. England will book a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of Brazil vs. Norway on July 11.
With a coveted spot in the last eight on the line, there is no margin for error. Whether the match is decided in regulation, extra time, or penalties, only one team will continue its quest to lift the FIFA World Cup trophy.