How to Watch Mexico vs. England Round of 16 on FOX with Sling
Mexico has rolled through the FIFA World Cup 2026™ but they face a hungry, talented England team in the Round of 16. Here’s a preview, plus how to watch the match live on FOX with Sling TV.
All three host nations at the FIFA World Cup 2026™have advanced to the Round of 16, but Mexico has been the most impressive. El Tri was one of just a handful of teams to win their group without dropping a point, and they continued their winning streak in the Round of 32 by shutting out a defensively stout Ecuador team 2-0. The aggregate score of Mexico’s four World Cup matches is now 8-0.
They’ll be tested by a talented and hungry English squad in the Round of 16. The Three Lions have had an up-and-down tournament thus far, with a 0-0 draw against Ghana buttressed between impressive wins against Croatia and Panama in the group stage. England appeared listless for much of their Round of 32 match against DR Congo, but English football legend Harry Kane put the team on his shoulders and scored goals in the 75’ and 86’ minute to lift them to a 2-1 victory.
Their reward is a trip to Mexico City’s iconic Estadio Azteca to face Mexico on Sunday, July 5 at 8:00 PM ET on FOX. Here’s a preview of their Round of 16 clash, plus details on how to watch the full Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on FOX with Sling.
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Mexico vs. England Preview: The Fortress vs. The Bench Depth
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Co-hosts Mexico welcome England to the intimidating, oxygen-depleting 7,300-foot altitude of the Estadio Azteca for a classic game of attrition. Under Javier Aguirre, El Tri has fielded an airtight defensive block that has completely shut down the competition, arriving in the Last 16 with four wins, eight goals scored, and zero goals conceded. Aguirre’s pragmatism relies on low-block defensive discipline and hitting opponents aggressively on the counter via rapid wing transitions. They drop deep, stay compact, and let the altitude drain the visitor's lungs.
England possesses a massive talent advantage under Thomas Tuchel but has noticeably labored with fluid, creative build-up play. Tuchel favors structural order and physical industry, leaving the Three Lions heavily reliant on set pieces and individual brilliance to unlock deep blocks. England’s biggest tactical advantage here will not be their starting eleven, but rather their bench. Tuchel will be forced to use his tactical reinforcements aggressively to counter second-half fatigue and stretch an unyielding Mexican defense.
Player to Watch — Mexico
Julián Quiñones: The dynamic forward is the engine driving Mexico’s transition system. Quiñones has recorded three goals in four matches, opening the scoring with extreme clinical composure in their 2-0 Round of 32 triumph over Ecuador.
Player to Watch — England
Harry Kane: England's legendary captain is once again carrying the creation burden on his shoulders. Kane has scored five goals in four matches, rescuing the squad with a clutch second-half brace against DR Congo to book this historic trip to Mexico City.
Predicted Outcome
The Azteca's altitude represents an absolute nightmare for low-lying nations, and Mexico will successfully push England to the brink of physical exhaustion. However, England’s ability to inject fresh elite-tier options off the bench will give them the narrowest of margins in extra time.
Prediction: England 1, Mexico 0 (Extra Time)
Mexico-England Round of 16 Odds
Mexico is currently listed as a major underdog against England, according to DraftKings. Mexico currently has +115 odds, meaning you’d more than double your money if they win, while England is listed at -140. As for winning the entire tournament, Mexico currently has +2500 odds (the same as Team USA), while England has the fourth-best odds at +850.