Officials are planning a so-called ‘ring of steel’ around England‘s Mexico City hotel – in an attempt to prevent a repeat of the raucous scenes that marred Ecuador’s visit.
Cars, fog horns, fireworks and loud music triggered a miserable night’s sleep for Mexico’s last opponents – and a complaint to FIFA.
However, it is understood that a series of measures are expected to be put in place to try and ensure Thomas Tuchel and his players do not face similar problems on the eve of their last-16 battle.
Talks are thought to be ongoing between FIFA and local police over placing an effective
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