The challenge of playing at Mexico's high-altitude Azteca Stadium
England is set to take on Mexico in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round-of-16 match at Azteca Stadium, located 7,350 feet above sea level. Specialists note that the thinner air limits oxygen consumption, hinders recovery after sprints, and can decrease high-speed running by as much as 21%, while also causing the ball to move at a quicker pace. It is worth noting that Mexico has only been defeated twice in 89 games played at this venue.
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