Atlanta, July 1 -- England manager Thomas Tuchel has turned his attention to a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 showdown against co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium, admitting the high altitude will pose a major challenge after his side survived a huge scare to beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 on Wednesday.

Harry Kane's late brace rescued England from the brink of one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history after Brian Cipenga's early strike had put DR Congo on course for a famous victory. The comeback victory booked England's place in the last 16, where they will face Mexico in one of the marquee fixtures of the tournament.

"It is maybe one of the most beautiful fixtures, most exciting fixtures that you ...