England have been at the centre of a World Cup controversy ahead of facing Mexico, which even saw the BBC comment on accusations they were involved in FIFA discussions

EXCLUSIVE: England are into the World Cup round of 16, where they will face co-hosts Mexico and face a hostile reception from their fervent supporters in Mexico City

The Ecuador team were kept up by constant noise before their last-32 tie and England fear the same for the game against the co-hosts

MIKE KEEGAN IN MEXICO CITY: Cars, fog horns, fireworks and loud music triggered a miserable night's sleep for Mexico's last opponents, Ecuador - and a complaint to FIFA.

England's upcoming World Cup opponents Mexico have been at the centre of a World Cup controversy with Ecuador issuing a new update on their complaint to FIFA

England have been at the centre of a World Cup controversy ahead of facing Mexico, which even saw the BBC comment on accusations they were involved in FIFA discussions

England faced the prospect of their World Cup knockout clash having its kick-off brought forward, but only found out via the media and were left frustrated by FIFA's plan

Thomas Tuchel and his staff are preparing the players for severe disruption during the night after Mexican fans made a cacophony in the streets to deprive Ecuador of sleep in the…

England players were booed and barracked with chants of "Mexico, Mexico, Mexico" as they reached their new World Cup hotel ahead of their next match in the tournament

Hundreds of fans, many of them booing, greeted the England team on their arrival for the last-32 tie against the co-hosts Mexico

For the first time in the 2026 edition, England have crossed the border from the USA into Mexico to play a match. | Football News