England prepares for historic clash against Mexico at the Azteca
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:55 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
England is set to face Mexico at the Azteca Stadium in the last-16 of the 2026 World Cup. The venue is noted for Mexico's strong home record, with 70 wins, 17 draws, and only two losses in competitive matches since its opening in 1966. While Mexico has historically excelled at home, recent victories have come against lower-ranked teams. England seeks to overturn history, as they have not beaten Mexico at the Azteca in World Cup competition. The match marks England's first appearance at the stadium since 1986, following two previous encounters.
- •England faces Mexico for the first time at the Azteca since 1986.
- •Mexico has an impressive competitive record at the Azteca Stadium.
- •El Tri seeks to maintain their unbeaten World Cup history at this venue.
- •England has previously lost to Argentina at this stadium in 1986.
- •Recent matches for Mexico have included wins over South Africa and Ecuador.
- 7:55 AMYahoo Sports — The reality behind Mexico’s Azteca record – how worried should England really be?
"Much has been made of the co-hosts’ home record, but is it as fearsome as it seems?
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