World Cup 2026: England praised for 'heart and belief' in

England's thrilling victory over Mexico at the 2026 World Cup was marked by a lot of determination and determination. At the iconic Azteca Stadium, the English team won 3-2 in an adrenaline-filled game, thus guaranteeing qualification for the quarter-finals of the tournament. Striker Harry Kane, visibly exhausted after the match, expressed his joy at the victory: "The team found a way to overcome the difficulties. It was an incredible night for us." England started the game on the right foot, with Jude Bellingham shining by scoring two goals in just a few minutes. However, the Mexican team was undeterred and managed to cash in, making the game even more exciting. Despite seeing his team down a player, with the expulsion of Jarell Quansah, Kane converted a crucial penalty that proved decisive in the final result. Coach Thomas Tuchel praised the team, stating that the victory was the result of pure will and determination. "If any team has heart and belief, it's England. We overcame a lot of adversity and I'm very proud of what we did today. This game will be remembered for a long time," he said.  Bellingham, who had one of the best performances of his career so far, commented on the importance of the game for him and the team: "It was the best night of my career so far. Being here and providing moments like this for the fans is something I will cherish forever. I'm very proud of this team and what we achieved together." The tense atmosphere and pressure at the Azteca Stadium, known for its altitude and the massive support of the Mexican fans, made England's victory even more special. Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford played a key role in the defense, making key saves that secured the victory. "Playing here is something unique, a memory that I will keep forever. You have to roll up your sleeves and fight," said Pickford, highlighting the team's determination. Former players such as Wayne Rooney highlighted the importance of the victory, reinforcing that the team showed attitude, determination and desire, characteristics that could lead England to win the long-awaited second world title. However, the team still has a long way to go, with their next challenge being against Norway, where they will face top scorer Erling Haaland, who has already scored seven goals in the tournament and is a constant threat. "We still have a long way to go. Each game is a battle and we need to be ready for what lies ahead", concluded Bellingham, remembering that victory in the round of 16 is just a step towards the greater objective: winning the 2026 World Cup. --- ## Related Articles 1. [Năm tài năng trẻ mà Barcelona nên theo dõi ở vòng knock-out World Cup 2026](https://banthangvn.com/vi/news/nam-tai-nang-tre-ma-barcelona-nen-theo-doi-o-vong-knock-out-world-cup-2026) 2. [Phap v Paraguay - World Cup 2026](https://banthangvn.com/vi/news/phap-v-paraguay-iem-nhan-tran-au-tai-world-cup-2026)

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