World Cup 1966 : England defeats Mexico 2-0
LONDON, Jul. 16, 1966 (AMP) — England 66 : England defeated Mexico by a score of 2-0 (halftime: 1-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Saturday night at Wembley Stadium.
England dominated the first half thanks to a goal scored by midfielder Bobby Charlton in the 37th minute. Leading 1-0 at the break, the Englishs further widened their lead in the second period with a goal by Hunt in the 75th minute.
The result put the English top of Group 1 with 3 points. Mexico is bottom with one point. In their last game, England will meet third-placed France at Wembley Stadium on July 20, while Mexico will face Uruguay.
Fixtures and Results : Group 1
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Overview
England at the World Cup
- 5 appearances (first in 1950)
- 5 participations in the qualifications (first in 1950)
Mexico at the World Cup
- 6 appearances (first in 1930)
- 7 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
England
2:0
Mexico
2:0 (1:0)
- 16 July 1966
- 19:30
- London
Group 1
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
| England | 3 |
 Uruguay | 3 |
 France | 1 |
| Mexico | 1 |
Matches
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