Updated
Updated · FOX Sports · Jul 6
Declan Rice Draws Early Yellow Card in England's Round-of-16 Clash With Mexico
Updated
Updated · FOX Sports · Jul 6

Declan Rice Draws Early Yellow Card in England's Round-of-16 Clash With Mexico

3 articles · Updated · FOX Sports · Jul 6

Summary

  • Declan Rice was booked early in England's World Cup Round-of-16 match against Mexico at Mexico City Stadium.
  • The caution came in a knockout game between two unbeaten-looking contenders, with Mexico yet to concede in the tournament and England arriving after a win over DR Congo.
  • Harry Kane entered the match as England's main threat with five goals in four games, while betting markets listed England as slight favorites at +137.
  • The Mexico City fixture also marked the final 2026 World Cup match to be played in Mexico after a delayed start and a hostile home atmosphere for England.

Insights

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