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Tuchel Regrets Not Eating Azteca Pitch After 3-2 Win

By Drooid · Sep 16, 2026, 5:57 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

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England manager Thomas Tuchel said he regrets not eating grass from Azteca Stadium pitch after 3-2 win over Mexico.
The game was at 2,240 m altitude, England played with ten men after Jarell Quansah’s red card.
Jordan Henderson fractured his wrist celebrating, and teammates shielded him, showing squad empathy.
England opens Nations League against Spain at Wembley on September 26.
Tuchel believes England can win major trophy since the 1966 World Cup.

History

Historical Context

On 21 June 1970, FIFA staged the ninth World Cup final at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, where Brazil defeated Italy 4-1 at 2,240 m altitude. Brazil’s victory secured a permanent Jules Rimet Trophy and marked the first tournament held outside Europe or South America, while Pelé became the only three-time champion. The game attracted roughly 32,000 fans and highlighted Brazil’s fluid attack.

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Story summary

England manager Thomas Tuchel said he regrets not eating grass from Azteca Stadium pitch after 3-2 win over Mexico.
The game was at 2,240 m altitude, England played with ten men after Jarell Quansah’s red card.
Jordan Henderson fractured his wrist celebrating, and teammates shielded him, showing squad empathy.
England opens Nations League against Spain at Wembley on September 26.
Tuchel believes England can win major trophy since the 1966 World Cup.

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