England players are permitted to use the blue pill during their match against Mexico in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. This decision comes as they prepare to face challenges posed by high altitude at Azteca Stadium, with the aim of advancing to the quarter-finals.

Dozens of Mexican fans gathered outside the England national team’s hotel in Mexico City, armed with loudspeakers, horns, and fireworks, in an attempt to disrupt the players' sleep ahead of their World Cup round-of-16 match against Mexico. This gathering occurred despite police blockades and continued into the early hours of Sunday morning, as the England team arrived at the JW Marriott hotel in Santa Fe.

England's football team faced boos from Mexican fans upon their arrival at a hotel in Mexico City, where they are preparing for a World Cup last-16 match against Mexico. The game is scheduled for Sunday at 01:00 BST.

England faces a significant challenge in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Mexico, as they will be playing at the Azteca Stadium, which is located at an altitude of 2,240 metres (7,350 feet) above sea level. This high elevation may impact the performance of the players.

Mexico will face England in the round of 16 at the World Cup, marking a significant opportunity for the team to reach the quarterfinals for the first time in 40 years. The match will take place at the Estadio Azteca, a venue where Mexico has not conceded a goal during this tournament, highlighting its reputation as a stronghold for the team, according to AP.

According to IOL, the average ticket price for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico has reached nearly R20,000, making it the highest among the participating countries. In contrast, France is noted for providing the best value for traveling World Cup fans.