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Alan Shearer believes England will not be intimidated by the Azteca Stadium or Mexico's home support. He expects the players to embrace the challenge and predicts a win, despite altitude, atmosphere, and Mexico's formidable home record.
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.
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.
Alan Shearer has selected his preferred England starting lineup for their last-16 match against Mexico.
Several pubs in Herefordshire plan to open early for England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico, which kicks off at 01:00 BST. The government relaxed licensing laws, allowing pubs to stay open until 05:00 BST. Some venues have opted out, citing consideration for neighbours.
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.
England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico faces disruptions from thunderstorms, altitude, and fan noise. The game remains scheduled for Sunday despite weather concerns, and players are preparing for potential sleep disturbances.
Thomas Tuchel and his England squad were met with boos and whistles upon arriving in Mexico ahead of their World Cup last 16 match.
Fifa is in ongoing discussions to move the Mexico-England match forward by six hours, though the exact change may vary, according to federation sources. The move appears close to confirmation.
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre expressed anger over a FIFA decision, calling it 'a kick in the stomach' and saying it changes everything. He stated he was not consulted and that neither he nor his players like the change.
England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico was thrown into uncertainty after Fifa proposed moving the kick-off forward by six hours due to forecast storms. Following backlash from both football associations, Fifa reversed its decision, keeping the original 18:00 local time slot.
Fifa sources confirm the Mexico-England match will remain at 6pm local time (1am UK) after discussions, insisting no rescheduling decision was made. The situation, including weather, will continue to be monitored.
FIFA is in ongoing discussions about moving the Mexico vs. England World Cup round of 16 match earlier on Sunday due to the risk of weather disruption, including flooding. The game was originally set for 6pm local time but may be brought forward. No confirmation yet.
FIFA considered moving the Mexico-England World Cup round of 16 match due to weather concerns but never confirmed the change. The game will kick off at 6pm local time in Mexico City on Sunday, 1am UK on Monday.
Fifa reversed a plan to reschedule England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico after both football associations objected. The game will now kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday as originally planned.
England defender Marc Guehi says he relishes the prospect of facing Mexico in a hostile atmosphere at the World Cup last 16. The Three Lions overcame Congo DR to set up the clash with the co-hosts, who have a perfect record so far.
Declan Rice is likely to start England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico despite a neural issue affecting his hamstring and lower back. Manager Thomas Tuchel revealed Rice played through 'terrible pain' in the previous game. Reece James remains doubtful due to a hamstring injury.
Julian Quinones, a Colombian-born forward naturalized for Mexico, has scored three goals at the 2026 World Cup. His path to becoming a Mexican hero includes a golden boot in the Saudi Pro League, where he outscored Cristiano Ronaldo. Mexico faces England in the round of 16 on Monday.
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.
The BBC will offer a 'Stay Up or Catch Up' service for England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico, which kicks off at 01:00 BST. Fans can watch live on BBC One or catch a spoiler-free re-run on BBC Two from 07:10 BST.
