England players enjoy family day off after win over Mexico
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 4:03 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
England manager Thomas Tuchel allowed players to spend a family day offsite on July 7, following their 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup. The team was granted two days off to recharge after what many are calling their best World Cup performance since 1966. Tuchel is mindful of the physical and mental toll from the high altitude match and the preceding games. Players returned for training on July 8 as they prepare to face Norway in the quarter-finals.
- •England defeated Mexico 3-2 in a World Cup match.
- •Tuchel provided two days off for players after the win.
- •The team is preparing to face Norway in the quarter-finals.
- •Concerns exist over fatigue from the Mexico match's altitude.
- •Players returned for training on July 8 after their day off.
- 4:03 PMBBC Sport — England players granted day off after Mexico win
"England manager Thomas Tuchel gave his players permission for an offsite family day on Tuesday as the squad recharged after their euphoric win over Mexico.
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