World Cup
Mexican fans storm England camp with drums, trumpets and fireworks
In the early hours of Saturday night, hundreds of Mexican supporters gathered outside the England national team hotel, intent on disrupting the players' rest before Monday's World Cup clash. Armed with drums, trumpets and fireworks, they created a noisy spectacle under heavy police guard.
Police presence was substantial, with officers forming barriers around the hotel entrance. Despite the cordon, the Mexican crowd pressed forward, attempting to rouse the English squad.
Supporters shouted chants and slogans as they gathered on the street outside the team hotel. The noise was amplified by the rhythmic beating of drums and the blare of trumpets.
In addition to the music, several fireworks were ignited, lighting up the night sky near the hotel. The pyrotechnics added to the disturbance, prompting further police intervention.
The incident unfolded during the night of Saturday into Sunday, hours before England's World Cup match on Monday night. The timing suggests the fans aimed to affect the team's preparation for the upcoming fixture.
Video footage captured police officers forcing back the crowd while fireworks exploded nearby. The recordings underline the intensity of the fan protest outside the England national team hotel.