Kane Warns of Altitude Disadvantage for England vs. Mexico

England captain Harry Kane revealed that the altitude of Estadio Azteca in Mexico City poses a significant disadvantage for the England team ahead of their World Cup 2026 match against Mexico. Kane stated that the stadium, located 2,200 meters (7,220 feet) above sea level, will provide an advantage to the Mexican team, who are already accustomed to the atmospheric conditions.

Mexico secured their position in the last 16 of the tournament with a 2-0 victory over Ecuador, while England confirmed their advancement with a thrilling 2-1 victory against DR Congo. Kane acknowledged that England would not have sufficient time to acclimatize to the altitude, making it a challenge for them in the match scheduled for Sunday, July 5, 2026.