India, July 2 -- England, all thanks to Harry Kane's goals in the last 15 minutes, were lucky to go past DR Congo 2-1 to reach the pre-quarters of FIFA World Cup 2026 on Wednesday but a real challenge now awaits them in Mexico, one of three co-hosts of the tournament.

The North American team has won all four of its matches so far and is fully enjoying its home support. It won't be wrong to say they are now a major force to reckon with in the event. England, on the other hand, have been good but not exactly very good. They drew with Ghana 0-0 earlier, and on Wednesday, they were almost stunned by DR Congo.

And to make matters worse, they will now have to travel to Mexico City's iconic Azteca Stadium to play their Round of 16 game. The st...