Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland secured a 2-1 victory over DR Congo in the World Cup last 32, with captain Harry Kane scoring both goals to ensure their progression to the next stage. This win marked a significant achievement for England, as it was their first come-from-behind victory in a World Cup knockout match since the 1966 final. England will now face co-hosts Mexico in the last 16 tie, scheduled to take place in Mexico City on Sunday. The upcoming fixture presents a unique challenge for England, with concerns over the high altitude and humidity in Mexico City, which Harry Kane acknowledged as a significant disadvantage that the team will have to manage. Kane said: "My understanding is we cannot adapt to the altitude. It's a huge advantage Mexico have. There's not enough time. We knew that before. It's just a disadvantage with which we will have to deal. But we showed the attitude."In fullMexico v England LIVE: Kane addresses daunting Mexico City test in blockbuster World Cup tie after DR Congo comebackMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Harry Kane warns England face huge ‘disadvantage’ against Mexico at World Cup clash
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland secured a 2-1 victory over DR Congo in the World Cup last 32, with captain Harry Kane scoring both goals to ensure their progression to the next stage. This win marked a significant achievement for England, as it was their first come-from-behind victory in a World Cup knockout match since the 1966 final. England will now face co-hosts Mexico in the last 16 tie, scheduled to take place in Mexico City on Sunday. The upcoming fixture presents a unique challenge for England, with concerns over the high altitude and humidity in Mexico City, which Harry Kane acknowledged as a significant disadvantage that the team will have to manage. Kane said: "My understanding is we cannot adapt to the altitude. It's a huge advantage Mexico have. There's not enough time. We knew that before. It's just a disadvantage with which we will have to deal. But we showed the attitude."In fullMexico v England LIVE: Kane addresses daunting Mexico City test in blockbuster World Cup tie after DR Congo comebackMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
