WC 2026 ⚽ · 4 July 2026

England face fortress Mexico at 1am in last-16 test

England have been handed a daunting last-16 tie against unbeaten hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca, with a punishing 1am BST kickoff on Monday for fans back home. It is a ground where Mexico have never lost a World Cup match, and the high altitude of Mexico City plus a hostile 88,000 crowd make it England’s toughest test yet. Mexico are yet to concede a goal all tournament.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 July 2026 at 0:00

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