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No game will be easy, you're in a World Cup and you don't expect a game to be easy."England have got to embrace these conditions, this stadium and the situation they have put themselves in."I wouldn't swap any England player for any Mexico player." 2 hours ago01:34 Archie GriggsInfantino booed after USA shamblesRyan Taylor in Mexico CityGianni Infantino just appeared on screen at the Azteca Stadium and was booed.Rightly so after today's shambles.It's been widely reported that Donald Trump put in a call to his pal Infantino to get Folarin Balogun's red card suspended.Fishy, to say the least. 3 hours ago01:01 Archie GriggsIs the Azteca really a fortress?A lot has been made of Mexico's formidable record at the Azteca Stadium ahead of tonight's match.They haven't lost there since 2013, which is undoubtedly impressive.However, you have to take into account the quality of opposition they have faced.During their 22-match unbeaten streak at the Azteca, the average FIFA ranking of their opponents is 57th.The best team they have faced in that time is Portugal, who are currently three places below England in the world rankings.In qualifying for the last World Cup in 2022, Mexico hosted Jamaica, Canada, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, the USA and El Salvador.Yes, it will be tough for England tonight, but it will be tough for Mexico as well.They aren't playing Honduras or El Salvador any more.
3 hours ago00:45 Archie GriggsNeymar retires from international footballIn other news, Neymar has just confirmed his retirement from international duty following Brazil's exit at the hands of Norway.He scored with his last touch, burying a penalty in the ninth minute of stoppage time.The legendary winger was in floods of tears on the pitch after the final whistle as Norway celebrated down the other end.Neymar has played his final game in a Brazil shirt (Image: Getty) 3 hours ago00:39 Archie GriggsA test of England's characterRyan Taylor in Mexico CityI have to say, I'm a little concerned by the kick-off delay.I felt quite confident before the initial kick-off but now this eerie wait - as an away player in a stadium like this - is awkward and a real test of England's character.They have to believe though. 4 hours ago23:22 Archie GriggsNorway celebrate with Viking RowRich Jones in New JerseyIncredible scenes here at MetLife Stadium, as Norway celebrate with their Viking Row celebration in front of their adoring fans.Erling Haaland, who made the difference with his stunning brace, led the rendition by banging the drum as his team-mates sat behind him.At the opposite end of the stadium, Brazil players were trudging off down the tunnel and into their locker room.They had spent minutes on their knees consoling one another, with Neymar in tears.Vinicius Jr lay down for several moments trying to come to terms with another World Cup disappointment.The contrasting emotions could not have been more apparent than in those few minutes at opposite ends of the MetLife Stadium turf.Erling Haaland leads the post-match celebrations (Image: Getty) 4 hours ago23:18 Archie GriggsEngland get Norway incentiveRyan Taylor in Mexico CityBig incentive for England now as they will meet Norway in Miami next Saturday in the World Cup quarter-finals if they get past Mexico.While Erling Haaland looks unstoppable in this vein of form, England would have relished that outcome before a ball was kicked at this tournament.But let's not get ahead of ourselves or downplay the size of the task at hand at the Azteca.This is the kind of match that could transform the trajectory of England's tournament if they pull it off.They've stumbled and looked unconvincing at times but a statement performance and victory in Mexico City would give them huge confidence heading into a potential last-eight clash with Norway.
And that's what England are going to have to be wary of because if they get in front, it'll be difficult to peg them back."When you look at some of the players that Mexico have got, you think, yeah, they're good, but as I keep going back to it is that the conditions might just even itself out."Well, they might not have as much ability as this England team, but we haven't seen the best of England as yet and let's hope that happens in this match."They've only lost twice there in so many years in the Azteca. According to BBC Sport, the latter has been given the nod.Their report has added that Anthony Gordon and Bukayo Saka are expected to come into the starting XI.Bukayo Saka and Jarell Quansah are expected to start for England (Image: Getty) 7 hours ago21:06 Kieran HornNorway vs Brazil underwayBefore coverage of Mexico vs England really kicks into gear, we have another World Cup last-16 clash as Norway take on Brazil.The former thought they had scored through Patrick Berg after just a few minutes but his goal was ruled out for offside.The winner of this tie will face England if they beat Mexico.Patrick Berg's goal was disallowed for offside (Image: Getty) 7 hours ago21:01 Kieran HornCurrent Mexico City weather forecastRainfall, unless extremely heavy, will not impact England's clash against Mexico but thunder and lightning will.Both of those weather conditions are forecasted for 5pm local time which could see kick-off, which is scheduled to be two hours after that, impacted.FIFA held discussions over bringing the game forward due to exactly this but those plans were shelved.Mexico's last World Cup clash was delayed due to lightning (Image: Getty) 7 hours ago20:45 Kieran HornWeather update from Mexico City, by Ryan TaylorWe've arrived at the Azteca Stadium after waiting in the media queue for an hour just to enter the vicinity.It's pretty hot right now: 22 degrees.