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  1. Get Involvedpublished at 16:00 BST

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    I’ll be getting up just before 1am along with my 15-year-old son; brings back memories of my dad getting me up to watch England during Mexico ‘86.

    Paul, Ammanford

    Gary Lineker's hat-trick against Poland at Mexico 86 was an overnight game, wasn't it? A Harry Kane hat-trick would do nicely tonight, would it not?

  2. Are Mexico employing 'rope-a-dope' tactics?published at 15:56 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    Mexico's tactics do seem to mirror Muhamad Ali's classic rope-a-dope ploy in his heavyweight title win over George Foreman.

    Give the opposition the ball, let them tire themselves out at altitude then hit them on the break.

    Their goals against Ecuador, in a 2-0 win in the last 32, came in the space of 10 first-half minutes - all of a sudden the contest was over.

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    Mexico fans' wild celebrations after Jimenez goal

  3. Playing in Mexico is a 'big advantage'published at 15:54 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    BBC 5 Live Breakfast

    Mexican journalist Carlos Yustis, a reporter for Telemundo Deportes, told BBC Radio 5 Live after Mexico's victory over Ecuardor in the previous round that the co-hosts have enjoyed a "big advantage" playing their opening four matches in their home country.

    However, if Mexico make it past England, they will play in the USA in later rounds - should they reach the quarter-finals that match will be played at Miami Stadium.

    "I think the fact that the Mexico team has been able to be here [playing in Mexico] for the last 30-60 days is making a big difference on the pitch, like in today's game," said Yustis.

    "This same crowd can push them through the next round.

    "Once they have to move and they have to go to the US and Miami everything changes and that's where things can falter.

    "As long as they're at home, they have a big advantage."

    Mexico players do the conga at the Azteca after beating EcuadorImage source, Getty Images
  4. Postpublished at 15:53 BST

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    We have heard lots about altitude and how that may affect the match.

    Thomas Tuchel believes it is more about his players' attitude, but Mexican journalist Carlos Yustis believes the conditions have played a part in Mexico's previous results at this World Cup...

  5. Who does Opta think will win?published at 15:46 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    The Opta supercomputer is predicting an extremely tight contest, with very little to split the teams.

    England’s head-to-head with Mexico is strong, but El Tri - what the Mexico team is affectionately known as, on account of their tricolour flag - have that extremely impressive record on home soil that could be prove influential.

    The Three Lions have a 40.6% win probability in normal time, only slightly ahead of Mexico’s 31.5%.

    The draw, which would lead to extra-time and potentially penalties, is considered a 27.9% likelihood.

    In terms of the tournament overall, England have a 55.6% shot at making the next round, while they are fifth favourites to win the trophy (8.7%).

    Mexico, conversely, have a 44.4% probability of reaching the last eight, while their chances of being crowned champions sit at 2.6%.

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  6. Postpublished at 15:44 BST

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    Maybe now is the time to check what the experts think about each side's chances?

    We know that Chris Sutton is backing England.

    But what does Opta - the statisticians - think?

  7. Mexico City streets fill with fans after win over Ecuadorpublished at 15:41 BST

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    Do you think the Mexico fans will be going to work on Monday if they win?

    These are the aerial views of fans gathering in Mexico City at the Angel of Independence statue and along the Avenue Reforma after Mexico's victory against Ecuador in the last 32.

    Drone footage on social media, external showed firework displays and fans partying through the night in Mexico's capital.

    Did you see this video, external showing fans' reaction to Raul Jimenez's second goal for Mexico?

    The only hope is that everyone enjoys their night, whatever the result, and makes it home safe and sound.

    Be careful out their folks, wherever and however you watch the game...

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    Get Involved - 'If there’s one day of the week to sacrifice it’s Monday'published at 15:37 BST

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    There’s no excuse not to stay up and watch the game. It’s the World Cup! If there’s one day of the week to sacrifice it’s Monday. Get behind the boys!

    Alex, London

  9. Which camp are you in?published at 15:34 BST

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    It's tight.

    53% in the catch-up camp.

    The question is, how many of the catch-up gang will stick by their plan? Or fold and pull an all-nighter?

    And how many in the stay-up gang with fall asleep on the couch, only to be woken up by the start of the re-run?

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    Get Involved - What's your strategy?published at 15:30 BST

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  11. Get Involved - 'Not to be missed'published at 15:28 BST

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    Got to stay up for this. Not to be missed, a World Cup every four years. It's a no brainer. Good luck England. 3-2 win.

    Jason, South Shields

  12. Stay up or catch up? BBC has an option to suit every strategypublished at 15:25 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    Craig Nelson
    BBC Sport reporter

    You have to do what works for you, Paul.

    Let's hope the England fans out there who can't watch the Mexico game live will get another opportunity to see them play live in real time at this World Cup.

    I'm not going to lie, I will be part of the team bringing you the live reaction to the England game on Monday morning and our start time is 6am - the page will be live at 7am - so it will have to be the highlights for me as well, just like you Paul.

    Although younger members of this team are working on an all-together different strategy.

    Proof will be in the pudding tomorrow!

    The good thing is, the BBC has come up with an offering that should work for everyone.

    • Tell us your plan and what's driving it by using the 'Get Involved' button and we will publish a selection.
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    Get Involved - 'I won't be staying up'published at 15:21 BST

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    I won't be staying up as my day job is a driving one so I need to be fully focused. I will be up at 5am so hopefully do the 8-minute highlights on iPlayer before work.

    Paul, Wirral

  14. How to follow last 16 on BBC & ITVpublished at 15:16 BST

    Coverage of the World Cup does not start and finish with the England match.

    Here is how you can watch every last-16 tie across the BBC and ITV, and also listen to commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live.

    And don't forget, the BBC Sport website and app bring you live text coverage of every match.

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  15. How to turn BBC Sport alerts on or offpublished at 15:14 BST

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    If you're staying up, you might want to know every key moment that happens so will need the BBC Sport app and its handy push notifications.

    But if you're planning to catch up in the morning, how do you avoid spoilers on your lock screen?

    We've put this guide together so you can either follow every moment or be blissfully unaware of the outcome.

    The first thing to know is you'll only get notifications from BBC Sport if you have the BBC Sport app downloaded on your device. If you're on your mobile, you can download it here., external

    If you want updates...

    • Click the menu button in the top right of the BBC Sport app, and hit 'Notifications'.
    • For news updates without spoilers before 09:00 BST, tap 'Add notifications', head to 'Sport News' and select 'Top Stories' and 'Football News'.
    • For automatic score updates, including goal alerts, tap 'Add notifications', head to 'Football' and select 'FIFA World Cup' then 'England Men' to choose the type of notifications you want.

    If you don't want updates...

    • Click the menu button in the top right of the BBC Sport app, and hit 'Notifications'.
    • Check if you are following 'England Men'.
    • If you are, tap on it and turn off the notifications you no longer want.
    • If you aren't, you won't get any notifications that include spoilers.
    • If you want to be extra safe, you can select 'Mute all notifications' - just remember to unmute them once you know the result!
  16. 'BBC Sport has you covered'published at 15:12 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    Alex Kay-Jelski
    BBC Director of Sport

    World Cup knockout football is absolutely unmissable, but a 1am kick-off isn't realistic for everyone.

    We wanted to make sure there was an option for those fans who just can't stay up to experience one of England's biggest matches live.

    So, whether you're staying up to watch every minute live or waking up to catch every moment spoiler-free, BBC Sport has you covered this Monday.

    From our exclusive live broadcast to our dedicated catch-up experience, we're making it easier than ever for audiences to enjoy the World Cup on their terms.

  17. BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexicopublished at 15:08 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    Harry Kane and Marc Guehi do high fivesImage source, Getty Images

    The BBC has a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at World Cup 2026.

    The last-16 tie, which will kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday, will be broadcast exclusively live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with presenter Kelly Cates joined by Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Micah Richards.

    In addition, there will also be a full no-spoiler re-run of the game on BBC Two from 07:10 BST, while a full re-run will be available on demand on BBC iPlayer immediately after the match.

    There will also be live radio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds, alongside live text coverage and in-match clips across the BBC Sport website and app.

    An extended 15-minute highlights programme on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport Football YouTube channel will be available as well.

    And fans can follow the match live in 3D on BBC Sport's popular World Cup 3D experience feature.

  18. 10 hours to go!published at 15:06 BST

    Mexico v England (Mon, 01:00 BST)

    Right, it is now just 10 hours until kick-off.

    Let's recap how you can follow the action on the BBC...

  19. 'Class of Ancelotti with Mexican energy' - Le Saux on Aguirrepublished at 14:58 BST

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    Mexico manager Javier AguirreImage source, Getty Images

    Graeme Le Saux gave BBC Radio 5 Live the lowdown on Mexico manager Javier Aguirre, who he has worked with at Real Mallorca, where the former England defender is a non-executive director:

    "Javier Aguirre is someone I know very well. We [Real Mallorca] appointed him for two-and-a-half seasons as a coach. He is a fabulous man. He has got the class of [Brazil manager Carlo] Ancelotti, is very experienced and has the Mexican energy and passion, as you'd expect.

    "He is a very good strategic coach. He likes to play quite defensively, but he has got vast amounts of experience.

    "They [Mexico] have embraced him as a team and obviously the nation is behind him."

  20. Get Involvedpublished at 14:55 BST

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    England 2 Mexico 1... come on England.

    Christopher, Hull

    2-0 Mexico... sorry, but defensively we are so open it's laughable.

    Nik, Herne Bay

    England 2 Mexico 1

    Cecil, Standford Hill