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England Faces Mexico Amid Chaos

Published July 5, 2026 · Updated July 5, 2026 · The Guardian

England head coach Tuchel seeks to calm his side before facing Mexico in a World Cup last-16 showdown, as the Azteca stadium braces for both a literal and figurative storm.

After their frantic display against DR Congo, England coach Tuchel needs his team to remain composed in the challenging Azteca environment. Mexico has been in chaos since beating Ecuador to set up this crucial match.

The match faced potential disruption due to an incoming storm, with Fifa initially considering moving kickoff from 6pm local time (1am Monday BST) to midday. After extensive discussions, the original time remains unchanged, setting the stage for what could be Mexico's biggest game in history. catcrossgame.com

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