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Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players

Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players

Summary

Mexico fans tried to wake up England players by playing music and fireworks near their hotel before their World Cup match. Police formed barriers to keep fans away, and the England team said the disruption did not affect them much.

Key Facts

  • Mexico fans chanted, played music, and set off fireworks near England’s hotel in Mexico City.
  • Riot police stopped fans from getting too close to the England players.
  • England’s camp said the noise had little to no effect on the players’ rest.
  • The increased security followed a noise complaint from Ecuador after a similar disturbance.
  • Mexico and England are set to play each other in the World Cup last-16 round at Azteca Stadium.
  • England’s coach Thomas Tuchel said the local fans had been mostly friendly and respectful.
  • Fans greeted England players with both cheers and jeers when they left their hotel for training.
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