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England Stuns Mexico at Azteca, Boosts Title Hopes

7/10/2026

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England beat Mexico at Azteca Stadium in a World Cup match.
The writer, who attended, said the win gave him confidence England can contend for title.
He admitted he doubted England could win the World Cup before the match but changed his mind after.
He recalled England’s 4-1 Euro 1996 win over the Netherlands and said the Mexico victory gives the team reasons to advance at least one round further.

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England beat Mexico at Azteca Stadium in a World Cup match.
The writer, who attended, said the win gave him confidence England can contend for title.
He admitted he doubted England could win the World Cup before the match but changed his mind after.
He recalled England’s 4-1 Euro 1996 win over the Netherlands and said the Mexico victory gives the team reasons to advance at least one round further.