Declan Rice Ignoring Mexico's Intimidating Azteca Stadium Advantage With "We Don't Care" Attitude
England midfielder Declan Rice has downplayed the significance of playing at Mexico's iconic Estadio Azteca, calling it "just another stadium" ahead of their round of 16 clash on Sunday. Despite England's strong squad on paper, they face a daunting task in overcoming Mexico, who have a formidable record at the Azteca, with only two losses in 89 competitive matches.
The stadium's high altitude and potential thunderstorms pose additional challenges for England. However, Rice remains unfazed, stating that his team is prepared to deal with the hostile environment. "For us, it's just a stadium," he said. England's previous experience at the Azteca was a 2-1 loss to Argentina in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinals, which included Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal.
Now, 40 years later, England is seeking to rewrite its legacy at the Azteca. Rice is focused on the task at hand, rather than the stadium's history. England's coach, Thomas Tuchel, faces pressure to get the most out of his squad after early struggles in the tournament. Mexico, on the other hand, has been perfect in the 2026 World Cup, winning all their matches without conceding a goal. England's ability to break through Mexico's defense will be crucial in determining their chances of advancing to the quarterfinals.
The stadium's high altitude and potential thunderstorms pose additional challenges for England. However, Rice remains unfazed, stating that his team is prepared to deal with the hostile environment. "For us, it's just a stadium," he said. England's previous experience at the Azteca was a 2-1 loss to Argentina in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinals, which included Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal.
Now, 40 years later, England is seeking to rewrite its legacy at the Azteca. Rice is focused on the task at hand, rather than the stadium's history. England's coach, Thomas Tuchel, faces pressure to get the most out of his squad after early struggles in the tournament. Mexico, on the other hand, has been perfect in the 2026 World Cup, winning all their matches without conceding a goal. England's ability to break through Mexico's defense will be crucial in determining their chances of advancing to the quarterfinals.
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