‘Didn’t really feel it’ - Declan Rice shrugs off altitude concerns after helping England to ‘best away day’ at Azteca Stadium in Mexico & a World Cup quarter-final clash with Norway
Declan Rice and the England squad secured a victory against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, advancing to the World Cup quarter-finals. Rice dismissed concerns regarding the high altitude, calling the match a career highlight.
Why it matters
The result is significant for England's tournament trajectory and demonstrates the team's ability to perform under challenging environmental conditions.
Declan Rice has dismissed concerns over the thinning air of Mexico City after England survived a chaotic night at the Azteca Stadium to secure their place in the World Cup quarter-finals. Despite a hostile atmosphere, the Three Lions emerged -3-2 victors to set up a mouth-watering clash against Norway.
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