Thomas Tuchel’s England head to Mexico City’s Azteca for a World Cup last-16 showdown, confronting altitude, fierce home support and a daunting record.

England will head to the Estadio Azteca to face Mexico in the Round of 16 of the World Cup following their 2-1 victory over DR Congo in Atlanta

World Cup 2026 Mexico face England in the round of 16 at a fortress Azteca, chasing a first World Cup quarter-final since 1986 against the Three Lions.