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'You can't breathe' - What is it like playing at altitude?

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'You can't breathe' - What is it like playing at altitude?

BBC pundits Rachel Corsie and Lucas Leiva have shared their personal experiences of playing football at high altitude, ahead of England's match against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca. The stadium sits 2,240 metres above sea level, a factor that can significantly affect players' breathing and performance. Their insights highlight the unique physical challenges posed by playing at such elevation.

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