“‘THEY WON THE MATCH… BUT THE REAL DRAMA STARTED AFTER THE WHISTLE!’ 10-MAN ENGLAND STUN MEXICO WITH HEROIC DISPLAY AS PUNDITS TURN ON THOMAS TUCHEL’S SHOCK POST-MATCH INTERVIEW”!Despite being reduced to 10 men, England national football team produced a gritty, heroic performance to defeat Mexico national football team, sparking emotional scenes among players and fans alike.

Jordan Henderson’s bizarre injury was a sour note for England on a stunning night.

Thomas Tuchel revealed Henderson suffered a ‘really bad’ wrist injury after falling when climbing over the advertising hoardings during England’s post match celebrations.

Henderson, who did not play in the match, was taken to hospital and will stay in Mexico City while England fly back to Kansas City, their World Cup base.

Boss Tuchel said of the 36-year-old: ‘Not good. Not good. Jordan just fell over and injured his wrist. It looks really bad.’

Henderson had to be given oxygen as he was carried from the pitch on a stretcher.

The incident carries a bizarre throwback to the 2014 World Cup, when England physio Gary Lewin was stretchered off after dislocating and fracturing his ankle while celebrating a Three Lions goal as shown in the second picture below.

We wait to hear more news on Henderson, but his club Brentford have put out a message of support for the midfielder this morning.

England's Jordan Henderson (14) is looked after by training staff following an injury in the postgame celebration in the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England in Mexico City, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)
England physiotherapist Gary Lewin is carried away on a stretcher after he dislocated and fractured his ankle while celebrating during the match between England and Italy at the Amazonia Arena in Manaus during the 2014 FIFA World Cup on June 14, 2014. AFP PHOTO / ODD ANDERSEN        (Photo credit should read ODD ANDERSEN/AFP via Getty Images)

England will have to recover quickly from their heroics in Mexico as they return to their base in Kansas City.

Thomas Tuchel’s side will then begin preparations to face Norway, after Erling Haaland’s double saw them knock-out Brazil in their last-16 match.

Norway have enjoyed a stunning return to the World Cup stage after a 28 year absence, with Haaland more than living up to expectations having scored seven goals already.

England last played Norway back in 2014 with a Wayne Rooney penalty giving them a 1-0 victory.

The friendly at Wembley was sparsely attended with fans still furious at England crashing out of the group stages of that summer’s World Cup.

Things are a little different now…

Mandatory Credit: Photo by WILLIAM VOLCOV/Shutterstock (16978627ir) Erling Haaland player of Norway celebrates qualifying for the quarterfinals after defeating Brazil 2-1 to the Round of 16 match at the FIFA World Cup, at New York New Jersey Stadium, in East Rutherford, United States, on Sunday, July 05, 2026.(Foto: William Volcov/Brazil Photo Press/Shutterstock) Brazil v Norway, 2026 FIFA World Cup, Round of 16, Football, New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA - 05 Jul 2026

Elliot Anderson opened up on the death of his mother in the aftermath of England’s victory, admitting football has been his ‘escape’.

The 23-year-old lost his mother Helen following a long battle with illness just days before Nottingham Forest’s Europa League tie with FC Porto in April.

He missed that match on compassionate leave, but returned a matter of days later in the Premier League and laid a wreath on the turf of the City Ground in his mum’s honour.

Anderson opened up on his mother’s death after England overcame a raucous atmosphere to beat Mexico 3-2 and book their place in the World Cup quarter-finals.

It is (emotional). There’s a lot of stuff going on and my escape is just getting on the pitch. It frees my mind. Hopefully we can keep going.

Definitely (Helen would have been proud). She would have been here singing with my family and singing along with the songs at the end. But yeah, I’m proud.

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - JULY 05: Elliot Anderson #8 of England celebrates after the team's 3-2 victory during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Mexico and England at Mexico City Stadium on July 05, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Where does England’s victory over Mexico at the Azteca rank among their best ever?

That is the question Daily Mail Sport are posing to readers this morning.

Oliver Holt believes the Three Lions, down to 10 men, winning in Mexico’s fortress ranks as their best since lifting the World Cup in 1966.

Do you agree?

Join other Daily Mail Sport readers on our ongoing debate here and leave your thoughts on England’s triumph over Mexico.

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e another shot and call in sick! Jude Bellingham tells Brits to stay up partying after they pulled an all-nighter to watch Three Lions 3-2 triumph over Mexico

‘Shouldn’t you be at work’ was the famous Des Lynam line back at the 1998 FIFA World Cup when England faced Tunisia in a group stage match during the day.

I wonder how apt that will be today across England due to fans staying up until at least 4am to watch the Three Lions beat Mexico and party.

Jude Bellingham joked fans should ‘have another shot and text your bosses to say you’re not coming in tomorrow’.

It came after companies were warned to expect a productivity hit as Britain prepares for the ‘mother of all Mondays’ recovering from the night before.

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England fans celebrate the win over Mexico in London's Piccadilly Circus this morning. Picture by Jeremy Selwyn / SelwynPics +44 7836 20071106/07/2026

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Call in sick! Jude tells England fans after their football all-nighter

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Thomas Tuchel became the latest coach to respond to the news that US forward Florian Balogun has had his one match suspension lifted, allowing him to be available to face Belgium this evening.

It comes amid reports of lobbying from US President Donald Trump.

Tuchel questioned ‘where does this end?’ when asked whether England could seek to get Jarrell Quansah’s red card overturned.

Where does this start and where does this end now?’ Tuchel said

Can we overturn it or not overturn it or what, what is going on?

Where to draw the line is the question that I ask, I have no answer to that, where does this end now?

Do we appeal if the yellow card is not a yellow card? Do we think it is not a red card or who thinks it?

Where does this start and where does this end?

Maybe [Harry can ask Donald Trump, that’s a good starting point.

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - JULY 05: Jesus Gallardo #23 of Mexico is tackled by Jarell Quansah #26 of England during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Mexico and England at Mexico City Stadium on July 05, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. Quansah was issued a red card on the play. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

There was passion off the pitch as well as on it during the 90+ minutes at the Azteca.

England assistant Anthony Barry was among those who got stuck in to the Mexico bench on the touchline in the second half, moments before the VAR review saw Jarrell Quansah’s foul reviewed as tempers escalated.

Daily Mail Sport reporters reporting live from the Azteca Stadium spotted Barry in the thick of the touchline spat as he defended his colleagues and England’s players inside one of the most fraught atmospheres at the World Cup.

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Daily Mail Sport’s chief football writer Craig Hope has declared that Bellingham stood out amongst England’s heroes at the Azteca.

Be sure to watch Craig’s latest video for his views on the match and all the latest from inside the England camp.

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INSIDE THE ENGLAND CAMP: Heroes all over – but ‘J Force’ stood out

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‘Altijude’ lauds ‘win for the ages’

Jude Bellingham’s sponsor adidas have gone with ‘Altijude’ to laud his performance in the altitude of the Azteca.

Bellingham’s quick-fire double in the first half set England on their way to victory, while the midfielder put in a defensive shift to help when the Three Lions were reduced to 10-men.

A win for the ages at the Azteca,’ Bellingham wrote on Instagram post-match.

This team! These fans!

Let your boss know you won’t be making it in tomorrow.

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - JULY 05:  Jude Bellingham #10 of England celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Mexico and England at Mexico City Stadium on July 05, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Julian Finney - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

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World Cup Breakfast: Donald Trump hails ‘great’ Harry Kane – after wading in to cancel USA star’s ban

It is time for your latest World Cup Breakfast.

Daily Mail Sport’s Bobby Manzi brings you up fully up to date with all the events you may have missed overnight, including Donald Trump’s praise for Harry Kane.

There are also the viral moments, team of the day and the odd celeb spot, as well as the stories you should be watching out for today.

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How the world reacted

Time for some reaction to England’s victory from around the world.

German newspaper BILD declared ‘Tuchel storms into the quarter-finals: A wild World Cup spectacle!’ following England’s victory with a focus understandably placed on the German head coach.

Spanish newspaper Marca has lauded ‘English heroes at the Azteca’ with special praise reserved for Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham who was deemed to have a ‘performance for the history books’ after his brace.

‘Old demons banished’ is the headline in French newspaper L’Equipe, a nod to England’s last visit to the Azteca at the World Cup ending with Diego Maradona’s famous ‘Hand of God’ and then his goal of the century.

epaselect epa13090291 Harry Kane (L) and Jude Bellingham (C) of England celebrate a goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England, in Mexico City, Mexico, 05 July 2026.  EPA/ALEX CRUZ

As for Argentina, the newspaper Ole said the last-16 clash was ‘the best way to end the weekend and kick off the work week on Monday with a bang.’

‘A feeling that, besides more than one television viewer, England experienced on one of those great nights at the Azteca: the dream of competing, with a squad of stars and plenty of Premier League experience, is still alive.’

Ole, however, suggested Norway will pose an even greater threat to Mexico in the quarter-finals and declared that the showdown is ‘the unmissable quarter-final match.’

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