The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered another unforgettable night as England produced a heroic 3-2 victory over Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium, while off-field drama and blockbuster transfers continue to dominate headlines.
The World Cup 2026 is well into its knockout stage, and the drama is reaching fever pitch. Here’s your roundup of the biggest stories from the tournament so far.
England’s Azteca Miracle
Thomas Tuchel’s England side pulled off one of their finest ever overseas victories, defeating Mexico 3-2 at the legendary Azteca Stadium on Sunday. The match, delayed by an hour due to severe thunderstorms, saw Jude Bellingham produce a moment of sheer brilliance — scoring twice in just 98 seconds before half-time to put England in command.
Mexico, who had lost only two of 89 competitive games at the Azteca, fought back through Julian Quinones before the break. Things got even tougher for England when Jarell Quansah was sent off early in the second half for a high challenge. But Harry Kane restored the two-goal cushion from the penalty spot, before Kane himself conceded a spot-kick that Raul Jimenez converted for Mexico.
With England under relentless pressure, Tuchel introduced Dan Burn and Djed Spence to switch to a five-man defence, seeing out 11 minutes of stoppage time to secure a famous win. Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford was immense, making crucial saves throughout.
Heartbreak for Henderson
However, the victory came at a cost. Veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson has been ruled out for the remainder of the tournament after breaking his wrist in a freak accident during post-match celebrations. The 36-year-old landed awkwardly while hopping over advertising hoardings and was taken to hospital. He remained in Mexico City with England staff while the team traveled back to their Kansas City base.
“Just the cruelest luck. He jumped celebrating with the fans and came down wrong — a freak injury that’s ended his tournament,” a source told Sky Sports.
Portugal vs Spain — The Iberian Derby
All eyes are on Dallas today as Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal face Spain in a mouth-watering last-16 clash. Ronaldo, 41, confirmed this will be his final World Cup, adding extra weight to an already high-stakes fixture. “God willing tomorrow is not my last game,” he said ahead of the match. Spain go in as favorites after dismantling Austria in their previous outing, but Portugal’s Nations League final win over Spain in 2025 gives them confidence.
Blockbuster Transfer: Tonali to Tottenham
Away from the World Cup, Tottenham Hotspur have shattered their transfer record for the second time in a week, signing Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a £100m deal. The Italy international reunites with compatriot Roberto De Zerbi after a “magical” two-hour conversation convinced him to join Spurs.
Spurs have now spent £237m this summer — the most in a single window in club history. De Zerbi’s rebuild also saw the signings of Mateus Fernandes (£85m from West Ham), Jan Paul van Hecke (£52m from Brighton), plus free transfers Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and Martin Dubravka.
❓ FAQ
Q: Who does England play next in the World Cup?
A: England will face Norway in the quarter-finals after Norway eliminated Brazil in the last 16. The match is scheduled for this weekend.
Q: What happened with the Folarin Balogun controversy?
A: UEFA has hit out at FIFA after Folarin Balogun was allowed to play for the USA despite receiving a red card. The incident has sparked a political firestorm.
📅 Upcoming World Cup 2026 Fixtures
| Match | Date | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal vs Spain | Mon, Jul 6 | 3:00 PM | Dallas |
| Argentina vs Egypt | Tue, Jul 7 | 3:00 PM | Houston |
| Belgium vs USA | Tue, Jul 7 | 7:00 PM | Kansas City |
| England vs Norway | QF Weekend | TBD | TBD |
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