England beat Mexico 3-2 at World Cup — record 9M Brits watch at 2AM

England defeated Mexico 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup round of 16, with BBC coverage attracting a record 9 million viewers in the UK despite a 2AM local kick-off. The BBC confirmed the audience figure marks a ratings record for coverage broadcast at that hour. England's win sets up a place in the next round of the tournament.