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Tuchel reckons Hand of God 'karma' will benefit England - RTÉ Updated / Thursday, 2 Jul 2026 19:38 Getty 'I remember that something was hanging in the middle of the Azteca and the shadow never moved' Thomas Tuchel believes England will right the wrongs of the 'Hand of God' as "karma" will be on their side for their long-awaited return to the Estadio Azteca. Sunday’s mouthwatering World Cup last-16 clash against co-hosts Mexico takes the team back to the historic stadium for the first time since their unforgettable date with Diego Maradona in 1986. The late playmaker’s goals in Argentina’s 2-1 quarter-final defeat of England have gone down in football folklore, having produced a jaw-dropping solo effort after punching the opener past Peter Shilton. Tuchel vividly remembers watching that World Cup as a child and believes his side will benefit from cosmic justice when they face Mexico at the Azteca on Sunday. Asked if the ‘Hand of God’ will be in the air 40 years on, he said: "Yes, it will reward us. We will get it back. It’s karma. Karma will come back for us. We will turn it around. "I remember of course the World Cup of Maradona. The two goals against England –…

'It catches you off guard': The true impact of Azteca altitude for ... Leer en Español England have overcome several World Cup obstacles already this summer – yet Thomas Tuchel is fully aware of the seismic challenge that awaits at the cauldron that is the Azteca Stadium in the last-16. The co-hosts have been whipped up into a piping-hot frenzy over the last three weeks, unleashed most impressively in their last-32 victory against Ecuador. Following a weather delay, the rampant Julian Quinonez and Raul Jimenez landed a pair of haymakers to leave their South American opponents dazed. Yet England’s most daunting task on Sunday night could well be the conditions, with altitude set to be a great leveller with Mexico City’s iconic Azteca situated 7,220ft (2,240m) above sea level. open image in gallery The Azteca Stadium in Mexico City is situated 7,220ft above sea level ( PA Wire ) With the air thinner and less oxygen available to replenish the bloodstream with each sharp intake of breath, those lung-busting recovery runs become more excruciating at each turnover. “There will be a lot of obstacles awaiting us,” said England boss Tuchel, after his side’s 2-1 win over DR Congo . “The alt…

Mexico vs England World Cup last 16: Thomas Tuchel faces another right ... England set play Mexico in World Cup last-16 tie at the Azteca Stadium at 1am UK time on Monday as originally planned; with storms forecast, discussions took place about bringing the kick-off forward; Mexico have lost just twice in 89 matches at the Azteca Football Correspondent@RobDorsettSky Sunday 5 July 2026 16:48, UK England will face their biggest test of the World Cup so far when they take on Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. Mexico boast a daunting record at the Azteca with just two defeats from 89 matches, while another selection headache awaits Thomas Tuchel at right-back. The match has also been overshadowed by kick-off time confusion, with the game still set to start at 1am UK time on Monday. Sky Sports' Rob Dorsett previews the last-16 clash from Mexico City... Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player The good news for England going into their last-16 tie at the World Cup is that Mexico will come out and attack them. The bad news for England going into their last-16 tie at the World Cup is that Mexico will come out and attack them... That is the conundrum facing Thomas Tu…

England face Mexico in Azteca fortress, returning to scene of Maradona handball Thomas Tuchel’s stuttering England are an ideal target for co-hosts Mexico as they seek a prestigious World Cup win in their final game at the near-impregnable Azteca stadium, the scene of the infamous Maradona handball that still haunts the Three Lions decades later.

England faces Mexico, altitude and potent Azteca Stadium with World Cup ... By Eduard Cauich Staff Writer Follow July 4, 2026 3:54 PM PT 1 6 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X LinkedIn Threads Reddit WhatsApp Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here . See more from the L.A. Times in Google Search. Set us as preferred England is hoping karma is on its side after a famous goal-scoring error sealed a World Cup loss to Argentina 40 years ago at Azteca Stadium. On Sunday, England will again play at Azteca Stadium and face off with surging Mexico, the altitude in Mexico City and its hostile fans. Mexico has not given up a goal this World Cup, but it has not yet faced anything like England’s aerial attack led by Harry Kane. England famously found itself on the wrong side of World Cup history at Azteca Stadium, surrendering Diego Maradona’s iconic “Hand of God” goal and another strike known as the tournament’s “most beautiful goal.” Maradona and eventual champion Argentina eliminated England 2-1 in the quarterfinals of the 1986 World Cup, leavin…

'It's karma': Tuchel backs England to script Azteca history 40 years after 'Hand of God' England manager Thomas Tuchel sees a chance for destiny to favour his side at the Azteca Stadium, calling it 'karma' as they face Mexico in a crucial World Cup match. Despite the altitude challenge, Tuchel is confident England can overcome the conditions through tactical play and mental strength. He also highlighted the potential importance of hydration breaks, a tactic that proved useful in their previous win.

Thomas Tuchel: World Cup 'karma' on England's side at Azteca ... - ESPN Thomas Tuchel believesEnglandwill right the wrongs of the 'Hand of God' as "karma" will be on their side for their long-awaited return to the Azteca Stadium. Sunday's mouthwatering World Cup round-of-16 clash against co-hostsMexicotakes the team back to the historic stadium for the first time since their unforgettable date with Diego Maradona in 1986. The late playmaker's goals in Argentina's 2-1 quarterfinal defeat of England have gone down in football folklore, having produced a jaw-dropping solo effort after punching the opener past Peter Shilton. Tuchel vividly remembers watching that World Cup as a child and believes his side will benefit from cosmic justice when they face Mexico at the Azteca on Sunday. Asked if the 'Hand of God' will be in the air 40 years on, he said: "Yes, it will reward us. We will get it back. It's karma. Karma will come back for us. We will turn it around. "I remember of course the World Cup of Maradona. The two goals against England -- the one dribbling and the one which would never stand these days. "I remember that something was hanging in the middle of the Azteca and the …

Thomas Tuchel believes England owed World Cup 'karma' in Mexico after ... "We will go one night earlier," Tuchel said when asked on adapting to the Estadio Azteca's altitude of being 2,200 metres above sea level.Richard Pelham/Getty Images Thomas Tuchel believes that England will derive karmic justice from Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal when they return to the Azteca Stadium to play Mexico on Sunday. England will be playing at the same stadium where Maradona’s legendary handball goal helped Argentina to beat England 2-1 in the quarter-final of the 1986 World Cup. Argentina went on to win that tournament, beating West Germany in the final one week later. Advertisement England will play at the Azteca again on Sunday afternoon in the last-16 of this World Cup, 40 years on from that infamous occasion. Not against Argentina, but against tournament co-hosts Mexico, and Tuchel hopes his team can finally “make peace with the stadium”. Tuchel was aged just 13 during the 1986 World Cup but he remembers what he calls “the World Cup of Maradona”. “Two goals against England: one that was dribbling, and one that would never stand these days,” he said on Thursday. Even as a neutral, …

England enter World Cup lion's den as Mexico host them at Azteca fortress England enter World Cup lion's den as Mexico host them at Azteca fortress Mexico City (AFP) – England must confront a fanatical home crowd and the weight of World Cup history when they enter the lion's den of Mexico's Azteca Stadium for one of the ties of the tournament on Sunday. Issued on: 03/07/2026 - 19:30 4 min Reading time Harry Kane rescued England from an embarrassing early World Cup exit to DR Congo © Darrian Traynor / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/AFP Advertising Read more A place in the quarter-finals is at stake as the confident co-hosts eye their shot at glory against the Three Lions, who have so far failed to live up to their billing as one of the pre-tournament favourites. Harry Kane rescued England from what would have been one of their worst ever World Cup defeats to edge past DR Congo in the last 32, the captain scoring twice in the final 15 minutes in Atlanta to secure a nervy 2-1 win and keep the dream of ending a 60-year wait to win a major tournament alive. Mexico lost just twice in 89 matches at the Azteca Stadium © YURI CORTEZ / AFP Mexico, by contrast, are flying. El Tri h…

The Azteca, Mexico's fortress: When did El Tri last lose there ... - ESPN EnglandfaceMexicoat the Estadio Azteca in a round-of-16 World Cup clash on Sunday night. The Azteca Stadium is steeped in immense and infamous history from an England perspective, most notably Diego Maradona's iconic 'Hand of God' goal whenArgentinadefeated the Three Lions there 40 years ago. Now England make their return, facing the tournament co-hosts in what is without a doubt their biggest challenge at the World Cup yet. Mexico boast a perfect record so far having won all four games, scoring eight goals and conceding none, but for them too, England will pose the toughest test yet. England will be favourites in terms of personnel with bothJude BellinghamandHarry Kanein fine form. Kane scored twice to lead England past Congo DR on Wednesday. But Mexico have a trump card up their sleeves which may more than level the playing field. That is of course the Azteca -- the iconic stadium in the centre of the country's capital, Mexico City. But why is it such a cheat code and what is Mexico's record there? -England's route to the 2026 World Cup final: Potential Brazil, Argentina knockout fixtures and why t…

'Karma will come back for us' - Thomas Tuchel vows for revenge over ... Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook 1 comment 1 THOMAS TUCHEL is convinced “karma” will help England deliver a famous win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. The Three Lions, who face the co-hosts on Sunday evening (1am on Monday BST), return to the ground for the first time since Diego Maradona ’s Hand of God goal at the 1986 World Cup . Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! 4 England will play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium in their World Cup last 16 tie Credit: AFP 4 The Azetca was the site of Diego Maradona’s infamous ‘Hand of God’ against England Credit: PA Advertisement Tuchel also admits that Mexico will have a huge advantage in this last 16 clash as they are used to playing at altitude. Aware of Maradona’s controversial goal in Argentina’s 2-1 quarter-final win, German coach Tuchel said: “It’s karma. “Karma will come back for us. We will turn it around. “This is a big moment to make peace with the stadium and turn things around.” READ MORE WORLD CUP NEWS OVERCOOKED IT England star begged to be substituted during DR Congo clash, reveals Tuchel BOOSTE…

Why altitude will hit England so hard vs Mexico as 2,240m-high Azteca ... Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook 11 comments 11 ENGLAND will need a head for heights in Mexico City if they are to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Three Lions stars must deal with altitude as the Azteca Stadium is perched 2,240m above sea level. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! 7 How the Azteca compares to other landmarks… and Dan Burn 7 England’s German manager admits he is worried about the weather Credit: Getty Advertisement To put that into context, West Brom’s stadium is the highest in England at just 168m. Mexico have lost just twice at the Azteca in a staggering 89 matches and boss Thomas Tuchel called it “a huge advantage” for the co-hosts. Here, Charlie Wyett and Adam Hathaway explain why altitude will be such a problem for Jude Bellingham , Declan Rice and Co. IS IT REALLY A BIG ADVANTAGE? Altitude is a massive factor when hosting football matches — although England experience it very rarely. read more on world cup KNUCKLEBALLS Cristiano Ronaldo smashes free-kick into World Cup rival's PRIVATES WORLDIE OFFERS World Cup 2026 free b…

Can England defy the history, altitude and atmosphere at Mexico's ... DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF THE WORLD CUP Your all-access pass to scores, live updates, and insights Explore Getty/GOAL Mark Doyle Jul 05, 2026 03:00-04:00 Analysis Mexico England World Cup FEATURES Mexico vs England England may have only pulled off a great escape against DR Congo moments before, but Thomas Tuchel couldn't help but almost immediately turn his attention to his team's Mission: Impossible in Mexico. "I'm just coming from this match, and still trying to enjoy it," the German told reporters after a late double from Harry Kane earned the Three Lions a dramatic 2-1 win in Atlanta. "But now you play against Mexico in the Azteca. It is maybe one of the most beautiful fixtures, most exciting fixtures that you can have, even if there will be a lot, a lot, a lot of obstacles waiting for us." Tuchel is not wrong. Despite legitimate doubts over the strength of Javier Aguirre's side before the 2026 World Cup began, Mexico have built up serious momentum on their way to the last 16, and the Azteca is one of the main reasons why. AFP Magical moments The Azteca is a truly mythical arena, the scene of some of the most m…

Inside Azteca fortress: Mexico's unbeaten home wall that terrifies ... Sports Desk Last Updated: 05 July 2026, 12:53 AM IST Share England’s late arrival in Mexico City has raised eyebrows among sports scientists, with only 48 hours to adapt to the 7,300-foot elevation—often described as a “danger zone” for performance. A general view of the Mexico City Stadium | AFP T owering above Mexico City like a concrete colossus, the Estadio Azteca is once again set to become the centre of global football drama as England face Mexico in a World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash. For visiting teams, it is less a stadium and more a test of survival—where history, altitude and atmosphere combine to create one of football’s most intimidating arenas. Nicknamed a “monster” by those who have endured it, the Azteca has long been a symbol of Mexican dominance at home. Since opening in 1966, it has seen Mexico lose just two official matches, the last coming more than a decade ago against Honduras in 2013. In this tournament alone, El Tri have turned it into a near-impenetrable fortress, winning every match there without conceding a single goal. Also Read Egypt coach Hossam Hassan waves Palestinian flag after…

Mexico's staggeringly good record at Azteca Stadium revealed as England ... Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Comment now ENGLAND scraped past DR Congo in the last-32 but now face one of the most daunting challenges in the World Cup. The Three Lions were heading for an early exit until Harry Kane ‘s heroic second-half brace saved the team from embarrassment. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! 8 England face Mexico in the last-16 of the World Cup Credit: Getty 8 The match will be at Mexico’s home fortress, the Estadio Azteca Credit: Reuters Advertisement England will now face Mexico in the last-16 at their Mexico City fortress, the Estadio Azteca. The North American nation have impressed at the World Cup so far, having won all four of their games. Mexico reached the last-16 with a dominant 2-0 win over Ecuador thanks to goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez. While England are yet to truly convince of their World Cup credentials so far this tournament, especially after needing some Harry Kane heroics to get them out of trouble against DR Congo in the last-32. READ MORE ON THE WORLD CUP HEY JUDE Jude Bellingham grabb…

England attempt to spoil Mexico's World Cup party in Azteca cauldron ... FIFA World Cup 2026 Advertisement live Updated23s ago England’s mouthwatering World Cup clash with Mexico has been delayed by one hour because of severe weather in the local area. The game at the iconic Azteca Stadium will now kick off at 7pm local time, 9pm ET. England were among the pre-tournament favourites but have flattered to deceive so far, while Mexico have won all four of their matches without conceding a goal. The winners will face Norway for a place in the final four, after their stunning 2-1 win over Brazil. Maybe not. The yellow storm protocol signs have just been flashed back on at Estadio Azteca. Less than one hour to go and as things stand we are going to be on time for the scheduled kick-off. It sounds like we are all going ahead as planned, but any more lightning. ManagerJavier Aguirrecalled it Mexico’s “12th man”.Jesus Gallardo, the left-back, said after the group-stage win over Czech Republic that the players could feel the atmosphere. It would, in truth, be a surprise if they could not: the noise does not so much ring out as cascade down the steep stands, creating a snowball …

Mexico vs. England LIVE: World Cup 2026 reaction as Three Lions bury ... England have come up trumps in a thriller against Mexico, surviving a Jarell Quansah red card as a brace from Jude Bellingham and a Harry Kane contribution from the spot was enough to send the Three Lions to the quarterfinals. The pre-match conversation has been dominated by talks of weather, conditions and altitude as the two sides vie to reach the quarterfinals. -Mexico vs. England - all you need to know -Jarell Quansah, Bukayo Saka start for England vs. Mexico at World Cup El Tri have proved themselves a force to be reckoned with at the tournament so far -- having topped their group before a comfortable 2-0 win againstEcuador-- as star wingerJulián QuiñonesandRaúl Jiménez, a name familiar toPremier Leaguefans, both got on the scoresheet. They are yet to concede a single goal in the 2026 edition heading into Sunday evening's clash. Head coach Javier Aguirre has thanked the "12th man" that is the fans and atmosphere at the Azteca -- the home of Mexican football. Plenty has been said this week about the conditions in the Mexico City ground, which sits at more than 2,000 metres above sea level, and the po…

World Cup 2026 - Mexico 2-3 England LIVE REACTION: Tuchel's warriors ... Live Blog Football World Cup talkSPORT Updated : 4:20, 6 Jul 2026 Add us as preferred source talkSPORT brings you all the latest from the World Cup. England sealed one of the greatest wins in their history with a 3-2 win over Mexico at the famous Azteca in Mexico City. Thomas Tuchel's side had to play the majority of the second half with ten men after Jarell Quansah was sent off, but a double from Jude Bellingham and a Harry Kane penalty were enough. Today's fixtures Mexico 2-3 England Round of 16 results Paraguay 0-1 France Canada 0-3 Morocco Brazil 1-2 Norway Mexico vs England Portugal vs Spain USA vs Belgium Argentina vs Egypt Switzerland vs Colombia talkSPORT.com will bring you all the latest news, views and reaction from the 23rd FIFA World Cup in North America. You can follow all of our World Cup tips & predictions over in our betting hub, along with the best betting offers . Follow our live blog below all summer long for regular updates... just now By Jack Cunningham Update It appears it is Jordan Henderson who was the England player down. Harry Kane has revealed that he fell over an advertising board …