Stunning Mexico World Cup host who 'dated Cristiano Ronaldo' puts England on notice

A World Cup host who was linked with romancing Cristiano Ronaldo is backing her beloved Mexico to dump England out and go all the way this summer.

Gorgeous World Cup host Vanessa Huppenkothen has predicted England's fate at the tournament – after previously addressing relationship rumours with Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Mexican bombshell, who is a model and TV presenter for ESPN Mexico, has hosted coverage of the summer tournament where her home nation is acting as one of three host countries, alongside the United States and Canada.

The North American nation clinched qualification for the knockout stages after their 1-0 win over South Korea. But it was the moments following their 3-0 rout of the Czech Republic in their final group game that saw Huppenkothen make a brave statement.

Despite not knowing they'd face Ecuador in the next round, who they went on to defeat 2-0, the host sent a message to future opponent England and the rest of the field.

She wrote on social media: "We're going to win the World Cup."

The presenter's excitement was dampened by one user who urged fellow supporters to temper expectations for Javier Aguirre's side.

They wrote: "I know it's hard not to get excited and carried away, but I think everything should have a dose of reality.

"The national team shut me up – and millions more – and I hope it keeps doing so. At least the next match will be very winnable."