USMNT Legend Warns England About Azteca Ahead of World Cup Clash vs Mexico
Summary
England will play Mexico in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. Former US player Jermaine Jones says Mexico has an advantage because the high altitude and stadium conditions make it very hard for visiting teams like England to perform well.Key Facts
- The match is in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, a stadium nearly 7,000 feet above sea level.
- High altitude makes breathing difficult, which can tire players quickly.
- Mexico has won all three of their World Cup matches at this stadium without letting in any goals.
- Mexico has only lost twice in their last 89 competitive matches at Estadio Azteca.
- England’s players are more used to lower altitudes, training and playing mostly around 1,000 feet above sea level.
- Mexico is expected to start the match with high energy to use the altitude advantage.
- England has strong players like Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham.
- Mexico has not reached the quarterfinals of the World Cup since 1986.
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