Rashford unfazed by Mexico altitude ahead of England friendly
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Marcus Rashford says he is not concerned about the altitude at Mexico's Azteca Stadium, where England will play a friendly, noting that players are accustomed to different environments.
Marcus Rashford has said he is not worried about the altitude at the Azteca Stadium, where England are scheduled to play Mexico. The forward stated that players are used to competing in "different environments."
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