Here is a look at the xG (expected goals) stats for Mexico vs England in their Round of 16 clash at the 2026 World Cup. England edged the game 3:2 to progress to a quarter-final against Norway, who upset Brazil in their Round of 32 game.
xG Mexico 1.85-1.59 England shots map (actual score MEX 2-3 ENG)
0-1 Bellingham header goal xG 0.40
0-2 Bellingham second goal xG 0.29
1-2 Quinones goal xG 0.18
1-3 Kane penalty goal xG 0.80
2-3 Jimenez penalty goal xG 0.80
England had just 33% possession and 6 total shots in the entire game, but 5/6 were on target. Mexico had 20 odd total shots by comparison, but had the same number of shots on target.
