The pressure facing the England national team before their Round of 16 match against Mexico isn’t limited to the hostile atmosphere of playing at the Azteca Stadium. The British press revealed that the families and partners of the English players have implemented extraordinary security measures during their stay in Mexico City due to fears of kidnapping or becoming victims of crime.
According to the British newspaper The Sun, the families of the England players are under a strict protection operation, which includes the use of armored vehicles, armed escorts, and special mobility protocols to reduce any risk during their visit to the Mexican capital.
The British media outlet attributes these measures to the perception of insecurity in England regarding Mexico and describes Mexico City as “the kidnapping capital,” a characterization that has generated controversy and debate on social media.
According to the publication, the wives, girlfriends, and relatives of the footballers did not make a conventional trip to accompany the team. The security detail includes carefully planned travel, constant surveillance, and confidential handling of any activity outside the team’s training camp.
