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Mexico suffers first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca; England wins 3-2 to advance to quarterfinals
By Carlos Rodriguez at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
El Tri’s pursuit of the FIFA World Cup trophy came to an end Sunday night.Jude Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart, Harry Kane converted a penalty when England was down to 10 men, and the Three Lions handed Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, a wild 3-2 victory to reach th...
Key takeaway Jude Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart, Harry Kane converted a penalty when England was down to 10 men, and the Three Lions handed Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, a wild 3-2 victory to reach the quarterfinals.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The loss for Mexico's national team, El Tri, will likely resonate with the large Mexican-American population in Alamo Heights and the surrounding San Antonio area. Many local residents gathered to watch the match, and the team's elimination will be felt deeply. The city's strong cultural ties to Mexico make international soccer matches like this one a major event, with many fans cheering on El Tri at watch parties and gatherings. As England moves on to face Norway, local attention will shift to the US team's performance, and fans in Alamo Heights will be watching to see how the rest of the tournament unfolds. The disappointment of Mexico's loss will linger, but the passion for soccer in the community will continue to drive interest in the World Cup. Local businesses that hosted watch parties may see a decrease in crowds, but the enthusiasm for the sport will remain, with many fans already looking forward to the next match.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? El Tri’s pursuit of the FIFA World Cup trophy came to an end Sunday night.Jude Bellingham scored two goals 98 seconds apart, Harry Kane converted a penalty when England was down to 10 men, and the Three Lions handed Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, a wild 3-2 victory to reach th...
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