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Opening odds for England vs. Mexico in the FIFA 2026 World Cup

Opening odds for England vs. Mexico in the FIFA 2026 World Cup

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By: Blake Krass

An incredibly exciting Round of 16 matchup is set at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mexico will be taking on England in a battle of top teams.

In the Round of 32, England scored two late goals to avoid a devastating upset against DR Congo. Meanwhile, Mexico has been arguably the best team in the tournament. They won all three group stage matches, then kept a fourth consecutive clean sheet in their win over Ecuador in the previous elimination round.

England and Mexico will meet on Sunday, July 5, at 8:00 p.m. ET at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, Mexico.

2026 World Cup Odds for England vs. Mexico

England is a +125 favorite on the Moneyline to win this match. Mexico is +245 to pull off the upset, while a draw can be found at +220. These odds are for what the score will be after 90 minutes, plus stoppage time. If the match is tied after that, it will go to extra time, then penalty kicks if necessary.

England is a -155 favorite to make it to the quarterfinals. Mexico is a +125 underdog to advance to the next round.

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