Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland defeated Mexico in a late-night World Cup match, securing their place in the quarter-finals, much to the delight of fans who stayed up to watch. The game, played in Mexico City, was delayed by an hour due to storms but eventually kicked off in the early hours for UK viewers. England faced a challenging match, including a red card for Jarell Quansah and two penalties, but managed to overcome Mexico's relentless attacks. Jude Bellingham scored a quick brace in the first half, and Harry Kane converted a penalty after Anthony Gordon's brilliance, contributing to England's victory. Despite the agonising 11 minutes of injury time and the late hour, fans c