Mexico’s astonishing record at the Azteca as England brace for World Cup showdown

Mexico are enjoying a dream run at the World Cup (Picture: Getty)

England are preparing themselves for a once-in-a-generation World Cup clash with Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca.

The stadium has become a fortress for the Mexican national team, whose record at the mythical Azteca is one of the most formidable in football.

Should Thomas Tuchel’s men achieve the seemingly impossible and emerge victorious in the early hours of Monday morning, they will need to overcome 88,000 raucous Mexicans – as well as an altitude of 7,220ft.

This gives Mexico, who have acclimatised to playing in s...