The English Football Association has opted not to publicly disclose the specific venue details for England’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, in an effort to limit the presence of vocal local supporters during the team’s matches.

According to GoogleNewsEN, the decision is rooted in strategic considerations regarding crowd composition. By refraining from announcing the location, England’s management aims to prevent large numbers of Mexican fans from attending matches in which England is involved, thereby reducing the potential home-crowd advantage experienced by opposing teams.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. England is among the participating nations and is in the process of preparing for a tournament that spans multiple host cities across three countries.

According to GoogleNewsEN, the withholding of venue information represents a deliberate tactical measure adopted by the team’s coaching staff and association officials, intended to optimise conditions for the squad during the tournament.

The English Football Association could not be reached for comment.