The BBC will broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 match between England and Mexico live for UK viewers on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Television coverage is scheduled to begin just after midnight on Monday, July 6.
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Thomas Tuchel's squad advanced to the knockout stage at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City following a victory against DR Congo, driven by two goals from Harry Kane.
The Three Lions face a challenging environment against the tournament co-hosts, navigating an altitude of 2,200 meters above sea level and a crowd of nearly 80,000 local fans.
The kickoff is scheduled for Sunday, July 5, at 6 p. m.
local time, translating to 1 a. m.
BST on Monday for UK audiences. Standard match play is expected to conclude by 3 a.
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m. BST, though potential extra time and penalty shootouts could extend the broadcast by roughly 45 minutes.
Historical Context and Tournament Run
Historical data shows England and Mexico have faced each other nine times since 1959.
The Three Lions hold six victories over El Tri, while Mexico has secured two wins, alongside a single draw.
Their most recent encounter before this tournament was a 2010 friendly match that resulted in an England victory.
England enters the round-of-16 following a tournament run that included a 4-2 win against Croatia, a 0-0 draw with Ghana, a 2-0 victory over Panama, and a 2-1 win against DR Congo.
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The winner of the matchup at the Estadio Azteca will advance to the quarterfinals scheduled for Saturday, July 11.
