In the lead-up to the World Cup last-16 match, Thomas Tuchel has highlighted the potential difficulties England may face due to the high altitude of the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
Tuchel noted that Mexico could benefit from this altitude advantage, which might hinder England's preparation and performance during the game.
The match is set to take place on July 1, 2026, and Tuchel's comments reflect the broader challenges teams often encounter when playing at such elevations.
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Update at 10:50 UTC on 2026-07-02
Sky Sports reported "It is one of the most beautiful fixtures you can have playing Mexico in the Azteca," said Thomas Tuchel after England booked their World Cup last 16 spot. But it is also one of the hardest fixtures in football.
Sources: Sky Sports