England team keeps hotel secret in Mexico ahead of World Cup match with Mexico

A claim that MI6 was conducting counter‑intelligence against narco cartels targeting the England national football team was found false. Security measures reported by The Sun focused on preventing possible sabotage by Mexican fans or journalists, not drug‑related threats.

The British Embassy in Mexico assured UK visitors that Mexico is a safe destination for supporters traveling to watch the England‑Mexico World Cup match, citing long‑standing diplomatic ties and a strong record of trouble‑free travel.

England’s squad is staying in a heavily guarded hotel in Mexico City, with the exact location kept confidential. Protocols include metal detectors, access‑card restrictions per floor, constant guard presence, prohibition of photography, and coordination with Mexican National Guard units. Authorities have heightened security to avert disturbances similar to past fan “serenatas” reported in Ecuador.