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England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
By Carlos Rodriguez | AP at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
England's Jude Bellingham celebrates with teammates after scoring his second goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England in Mexico City, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (Natacha Pisarenko / AP)MEXICO CITY (AP) — Jude Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart, Harry Kane...
Key takeaway Bellingham stunned the crowd of more than 80,000 at a venue where Mexico was unbeaten in 10 World Cup matches, including three this year, when he scored on a header in the 36th minute and again in the 38th on a pass from Kane.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
For Los Angeles ' large Mexican-American community, the loss is a disappointing end to a promising World Cup run. Many Angelenos gathered to watch the match, cheering on Mexico at viewing parties and restaurants throughout the city. The energy was electric, with fans donning El Tri jerseys and waving Mexican flags. Despite the loss, the community's passion for soccer remains strong, and many will continue to follow the tournament, even if Mexico is no longer in contention. The city's soccer fans will now turn their attention to the upcoming quarterfinal match between England and Norway, which may draw interest from local fans who appreciate the sport. As the World Cup continues, Los Angeles' diverse community will likely remain engaged, with many fans rooting for their favorite teams and players.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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What is this story about? England's Jude Bellingham celebrates with teammates after scoring his second goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England in Mexico City, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (Natacha Pisarenko / AP)MEXICO CITY (AP) — Jude Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart, Harry Kane...
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