Published Jul 4, 2026, 12:48 PM ET · Updated 4 months ago · 1 source

World Cup 2026: What problems could Mexico pose England on the pitch during their last-16 clash?

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World Cup 2026: What problems could Mexico pose England on the pitch during their last-16 clash?

England are playing at high altitude on Sunday. You may have heard. But what other challenges will Mexico bring to the last-16 World Cup tie? The location of the Azteca Stadium and the physical demands it will put on Thomas Tuchel's squad have dominated the build-up to this crunch knockout clash in Mexico City. The late drama about the kick-off time and forecast for storms in the area has added to the focus on the environmental conditions England will face. Meanwhile, the threat the flying co-ho