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England eliminates Mexico 3-2 in World Cup in possible best game of the tournament
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 5, 2026
· 4 min read
Altitude dominated the build-up analysis of the England-Mexico matchup. It came down to England’s attitude.
The Three Lions came away with a gritty 3-2 win over co-hosts Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday, as El Tri bows out at a stadium they rarely lose in.
With Canada losin...
Key takeaway The Three Lions came away with a gritty 3-2 win over co-hosts Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday, as El Tri bows out at a stadium they rarely lose in.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The England-Mexico matchup has significant implications for local soccer fans, particularly with the US men's national team being the last host nation remaining in the tournament. As the Stars and Stripes prepare to face Belgium on Monday, Los Angeles residents will be watching closely to see how their team fares. The city's diverse population, with a large Mexican-American community, was likely divided in their support for the two teams, making for a lively and intense viewing experience. The fact that Mexico rarely loses at their home stadium made England's 3-2 win all the more impressive, and local fans will be eager to see how the US team can build on this momentum. With the US team's upcoming match against Belgium, Los Angeles will be abuzz with excitement and anticipation, as fans gather to watch and cheer on their team.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Altitude dominated the build-up analysis of the England-Mexico matchup. It came down to England’s attitude.
The Three Lions came away with a gritty 3-2 win over co-hosts Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday, as El Tri bows out at a stadium they rarely lose in.
With Canada losin...
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