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Tuchel regrets not eating Azteca turf after England beat Mexico

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Thomas Tuchel's England secured a victory at the iconic Estadio Azteca against Mexico, continuing their strong run under the German coach. In a lighthearted post-match press conference, Tuchel compared the historic venue to a 'shrine' and expressed regret for not taking a piece of the famous turf home as a souvenir. The result adds another positive result to Tuchel's tenure as England manager, with the team continuing to build momentum.

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Thomas Tuchel's colourful post-match comments after England beat Mexico at the Azteca underline the cultural weight the venue carries in world football. Beyond the humour, securing a win at such an iconic and hostile venue reinforces the growing sense of belief around this England squad under Tuchel. The lighthearted tone also signals a relaxed dressing room, which often bodes well for a team's longer-term campaign.

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Tuchel regrets not eating Azteca turf after England beat Mexico · Socc360