Mexico

The Gaffer says

“Right, listen up. Mexico on home soil? Ceiling's a proper quarter-final, son, that El Tri crowd roaring 'em on is worth a goal a game. But here's me honest concern, mate -- they bottle the knockouts every single time, it's nailed on heartbreak waiting to happen. Gut says round of 16, then the usual tears. Verdict: Flatter to deceive.”

After they went out

“Called it: three-two, England edge it, and Mexico head home wondering how they ever led twice.”