Fatigue, Tension, Joy: England Pulls a World Cup All-Nighter
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The men's national soccer team of England faced Mexico in a World Cup knockout game held at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, known as a challenging venue due to its high altitude of 7,350 feet.
- The match, originally scheduled for 6 p.m. local time, was delayed by an hour due to stormy weather, causing fans in both Mexico and London to endure difficult conditions.
- In North London, fans gathered at the Clissold Park Tavern, which stayed open late to accommodate viewers watching the game live despite the early morning hours.
- Concerns among English fans centered on Mexico's home advantage, including the stadium's altitude and the team's strong local support, as England had not been performing at its best leading up to the match.
