Mexico have every chance of making this awkward, particularly against an England side that hasn’t always made life easy for itself at this stage of major tournaments.
El Tri should bring their usual energy and bite, pressing when the opportunity is there and trying to turn this into a scrappy, physical contest.
Santiago Gimenez gives Mexico a genuine focal point up front, while Luis Chavez is capable of causing problems if Mexico can move the ball quickly into space and attack in transition.
England, meanwhile, look to have the edge in control and overall attacking quality.
Harry Kane remains the centrepiece through the middle, but with Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka operating around him, the Three Lions have enough creativity and movement to eventually find cracks.
This could be tight early if Mexico can disrupt England’s rhythm, but the longer it goes, the more England’s class in the final third should tell.
Prediction: England to Win @ $1.73
Value: Both Teams to Score @ $2.05
Player Pick: Harry Kane 2+ Shots on Target @ $2.15
Mexico vs England Odds & Popular Betting Markets
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