England is preparing for a challenging match against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, acknowledging the difficulties posed by the altitude, the intense atmosphere, and the high stakes of the World Cup last-16 clash. The team is embracing the formidable task ahead of them as they face the host nation on Monday.

England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico is expected to be rescheduled to an earlier kick-off time of 19:00 BST on Sunday, according to Capital FM Sports. FIFA is reportedly in discussions regarding this change.

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.

England's head coach Thomas Tuchel led a training session in Mexico City ahead of the team's World Cup round of 16 match against Mexico. The last competitive match England played at Estadio Azteca was in 1986, when they lost to Argentina 2-1, a game remembered for Diego Maradona's iconic performances. However, Tuchel stated that the team is not seeking revenge for that historical loss.

FIFA has confirmed that the kickoff time for the World Cup game between England and Mexico will remain unchanged. England forward Marcus Rashford commented during training that while a change in kickoff would not be "ideal," players are prepared to adapt to the situation.

The Azteca Stadium, located at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level, presents challenges for players due to thinner air, which can make breathing difficult during the match between England and Mexico. This environmental factor is significant for the teams as they prepare for the game.