England manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed concern that his team will be at a significant disadvantage in their World Cup round of 16 match against Mexico due to the high altitude of Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. Tuchel stated that Mexico will have a "huge advantage" because England will have no time to properly adapt to the thin air before the crucial knockout fixture. The comments highlight the logistical and physiological challenges facing the English squad as they prepare to face a host nation accustomed to playing at elevation.
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