England fans book Mexico flights despite needing to beat DR Congo to get there

England fans have booked Mexico flights and accommodation for a potential World Cup tie in Ciudad de México, even as the Three Lions still need to beat the Democratic Republic of Congo to reach the knockout stage. The decisive round of 32 match is scheduled for Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. A win would move England into a Sunday last-16 game against hosts Mexico at Estadio Azteca, one of football’s best-known venues. Mexico secured its last-32 spot after defeating Ecuador 2-0 on Tuesday. Supporters quoted in the report describe the plan as a calculated gamble, with at least one fan noting refundable flights and frantic checking of Toronto prices during earlier uncertainty. Another supporter highlights Atlanta’s heat above 30C but argues the air-conditioned stadium offers “no excuses,” while expecting humidity to make Mexico a tougher opponent.