World Cup 2026: Mexico in 4-3-3 against England and their 4-2-3-1 at Estadio Banorte

Mexico face England in a World Cup 2026 round-of-16 match at Estadio Banorte, with Javier Aguirre's 4-3-3 up against Thomas Tuchel's 4-2-3-1.

Henry DONCHE

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On 6 Jul 2026 at 00:33 Updated 6 Jul 2026

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Illustration du match Mexique VS Angleterre, le 06/07/2026 01:00, stade Estadio Banorte

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Mexico and England meet on July 6, 2026 at 01:00 GMT+1 at Estadio Banorte for a World Cup 2026 round-of-16 match. The clash will pit two tactically contrasting sides against each other, with several key figures from their national teams in the lineups.

Mexico, coached by Javier Aguirre, will play in a 4-3-3 system. The head coach is relying on a classic defensive line led by César Montes and Jesús Gallardo, while the attacking play rests on the trio of Raúl Jiménez, Julián Quiñones and Roberto Alvarado.

England, under Thomas Tuchel, will adopt a 4-2-3-1 formation with Harry Kane as the lone striker. The midfield combines Declan Rice’s power and Jude Bellingham’s creativity, supported by Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon on the wings.

This round-of-16 tie will be played in a high-intensity stadium where each tactical setup could prove decisive in the pursuit of a place in the quarter-finals.

Reading Mexico’s XI

Mexico are banking on a 4-3-3 with Raúl Rangel in goal. The defence is set up with Jorge Sánchez and Johan Vásquez on the flanks, and a central pairing made up of César Montes and Jesús Gallardo. In midfield, Gilberto Mora, Erik Lira and Luis Romo will provide balance between attacking and defensive phases. In attack, Roberto Alvarado, Raúl Jiménez and Julián Quiñones will form the forward trio tasked with finding a breakthrough against England’s solid defence.

Head coach Javier Aguirre is favouring a dynamic style based on width and pace, relying in particular on the sharpness of Sánchez and Gallardo to support the attacks. Raúl Jiménez’s experience is also expected to weigh on the opposing defence, while the midfield will have a crucial role in winning the ball back and launching moves.

Reading England’s XI

England will play in a 4-2-3-1 with Jordan Pickford in goal. The back line will include Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guéhi, Ezri Konsa and Djed Spence. The double pivot will be handled by Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson in front of the defence. The attacking trio is made up of Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon on the wings, with Jude Bellingham as the playmaker behind the lone striker, Harry Kane.

Thomas Tuchel has named a formation geared toward midfield control and creativity. Declan Rice anchors the ball-winning work, while Bellingham will try to create opportunities in the danger area. The presence of players such as Saka and Gordon will allow England to attack down the wings, but all attention will be on the finishing, where Harry Kane will play a pivotal role.

Starting lineups

Mexico

System4-3-3Head coachJavier Aguirre

Starters11

1 Raúl Rangel Goalkeeper
2 Jorge Sánchez Defender
3 César Montes Defender
5 Johan Vásquez Defender
23 Jesús Gallardo Defender
19 Gilberto Mora Midfielder
6 Erik Lira Midfielder
7 Luis Romo Midfielder
25 Roberto Alvarado Forward
9 Raúl Jiménez Forward
16 Julián Quiñones Forward

Substitutes15

12 Carlos Acevedo
13 Guillermo Ochoa
15 Israel Reyes
20 Mateo Chávez
4 Edson Álvarez
8 Álvaro Fidalgo
17 Orbelín Pineda
18 Obed Vargas
24 Luis Chávez
26 Brian Gutiérrez
10 Alexis Vega
21 César Huerta
11 Santiago Giménez
14 Armando González
22 Guillermo Martínez

England

System4-2-3-1Head coachThomas Tuchel

Starters11

1 Jordan Pickford Goalkeeper
26 Jarell Quansah Defender
2 Ezri Konsa Defender
6 Marc Guéhi Defender
3 Nico O'Reilly Defender
8 Elliot Anderson Midfielder
4 Declan Rice Midfielder
7 Bukayo Saka Midfielder
10 Jude Bellingham Midfielder
18 Anthony Gordon Midfielder
9 Harry Kane Forward

Substitutes15

13 Dean Henderson
23 James Trafford
5 John Stones
12 Trevoh Chalobah
15 Dan Burn
24 Reece James
25 Djed Spence
14 Jordan Henderson
16 Kobbie Mainoo
17 Morgan Rogers
21 Eberechi Eze
11 Marcus Rashford
19 Ollie Watkins
20 Noni Madueke
22 Ivan Toney

Mexico

Finished 2-3 Estadio Banorte

England

06/07/2026 02:00 Round of 16

Fil du match

45'Mi-temps, Mexique 1-2 Angleterre. Aucun but ni carton rouge signale par la source live en premiere periode.1-2
90'Fin du match, Mexique 2-3 Angleterre.2-3

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