SportFootballWorld Cup 2026England defender Jarell Quansah was shown a red card following a VAR intervention in the crucial World Cup Round of 16 clash with Mexico at the Azteca03:20, 06 Jul 2026Updated 03:30, 06 Jul 2026Jarell Quansah was sent off following a VAR review for a high challenge in England's World Cup Round of 16 clash with Mexico.‌The young defender slid in to a challenge to win the ball in the opening minutes of the second half but replays showed his foot was high when it caught Jesus Gallardo, who was left down on the turf.‌The Mexico bench reacted furiously to the challenge with Alan Shearer, commentating for the BBC, saying punches were thrown as both benches clashed.‌Referee Alireza Faghani let play continue but, after being advised to review the challenge by VAR, decided Quansah's challenge warranted a straight red card.England were 2-1 up at the time and managed to extend shortly after Quansah's dismissal from the penalty spot courtesy of Harry Kane.‌Quansah was deputising at right-back, a position which has been a headache for Thomas Tuchel even before the tournament began with injury forcing Tino Livramento to withdraw from the squad.A hamstring injury kept Reece James out of England's win over DR Congo as well as the Round of 16 clash with Mexico.There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Article continues belowPlease check back regularly for updates on this developing story.Follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, X, Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌England football teamWorld Cup 2026