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2026 FIFA WC: England relishing Mexico test, says coach Tuchel ahead of last-16 clash

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2026 FIFA WC: England Relishing Mexico Test, Says Coach Tuchel Ahead Of Last-16 Clash

By IANS News July 05, 2026 • 09:00 AM View: 84

FIFA World Cup: England manager Thomas Tuchel has said that his side will embrace the challenge of facing co-host Mexico in front of a partisan crowd in their 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 match.

The 1966 winner, England, will meet Mexico in a match to be played at the Estadio Azteca on Monday morning (IST). England head coach Tuchel says his side is up for the challenge.

The German said his players had already soaked up the atmosphere after arriving in the Mexican capital on Friday afternoon.

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