England's defensive masterclass against mexico

England's 3-2 win against Mexico in the World Cup was a defensive tour de force, with Thomas Tuchel's men making 49 clearances and withstanding intense pressure at the Azteca Stadium.

England's resilience shines through record-breaking clearances.

Despite conceding 20 shots, the Three Lions' defense proved outstanding, with the 19 non-penalty shots they faced collectively worth only 1.09 expected goals (xG). Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford was instrumental, punching the ball clear 18 times in the match.

A defensive reshuffle in the second half, including the introduction of substitutes like John Stones, Djed Spence, and Dan Burn, helped England see out the result. The team made 37 clearances in the second half alone, with 20 of those coming in the final nine minutes of the game.

England's defensive prowess is likely to be required in the quarter-final against Norway, who will look to find talisman Erling Haaland with crosses. But Tuchel's defense proved against Mexico that they relish the battle.