
Behind the scenes with England reporter at World Cup match
Go behind the scenes with England reporter Kelly Somers at an epic World Cup match in Mexico City.
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Go behind the scenes with England reporter Kelly Somers at an epic World Cup match in Mexico City.

England fans are arriving in Mexico City ahead of their match against the co-hosts, embracing the city's chaotic atmosphere.

A journalist conducted a crude experiment by running 5km at altitude in Mexico City to gauge the effects on performance. The results were significant, with the runner feeling unable to get enough oxygen. The test aims to predict challenges for England's national team ahead of their match in Mexico City.

BBC Sport's Sarah Dawkins runs through Mexico City to experience altitude training conditions as England prepare for their World Cup last-16 match against Mexico.

BBC pundits Rachel Corsie and Lucas Leiva describe the physical challenges of playing football at high altitude, ahead of England's match against Mexico at Estadio Azteca, which sits 2,240 metres above sea level.

Three people died from suffocation during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City after Mexico's 2-0 victory over Ecuador. More than one million fans took to the streets, and Mayor Clara Brugada urged responsible celebrations.

On the eve of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Countdown Concerts featuring Major Lazer, Andrea Bocelli, and Bryan Adams took place in Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Toronto. The events were streamed live on TikTok and celebrated the intersection of music and football.

As Mexico City prepares to host the World Cup for a third time, protesters are leveraging the global platform to draw attention to social and political causes, blending football fervor with activism.

Alejandro Fernández and Tyla will perform national anthems, Salma Hayek Pinault will serve as ambassador, and Ryan Castro joins J Balvin on stage at the opening match in Mexico City. The ceremony starts 90 minutes before kick-off.

Legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli will join Ángela Aguilar, Belinda, and Elena Rose for the Mexico City FIFA Countdown Concert on June 10 at Auditorio Nacional. The event, in collaboration with the Recording Academy, will stream live on TikTok.