Mexico v England LIVE: Three Lions given extra security as World Cup last-16 kick-off time confirmed | OneFootball

England are preparing for their crucial World Cup 2026 meeting with Mexico and have been given extra security while in Mexico City following disruptive fan behaviour earlier in the tournament.

Thomas Tuchel’s side were met by member’s of the Mexican National Guard at their hotel after fans had disrupted the Ecuadoran squad with loudspeakers, horns and motorbikes earlier in the campaign. But Tuchel admitted England had faced ‘no issues’ and their arrival in Mexico has been ‘respectful and emotional’.

The Three Lions have also had to deal with the fallout over the uncertainty surrounding the kick-off time for this last-16 tie. Fifa were considering moving the match forward by six hours due to potential stormy weather but backtracked on those plans.

The Mexico clash will provide a unique challenge with altitude and an anticipated hostile reception providing added factors for the England squad as they prepare for the Estadio Azteca – scene of Diego Maradona’s contrasting double in 1986. Declan Rice has been declared fully fit in a significant injury boost, though Tuchel mus solve the problem of right-back.