England May Use Viagra For Mexico World Cup Qualifier
England may use Viagra to help players combat altitude effects during their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Mexico in high-elevation Mexico City on July 6.
GivemeSport reports that England's squad faces a significant challenge ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 matchup against Mexico on July 6, potentially requiring Viagra to cope with altitude effects. The match will be played at Estadio Azteca on July 6 Thailand time.
Beyond the difficulty of playing in Mexico City, England must contend with the stadium's elevation of 7,220 feet (2,240 meters), where even world-class players struggle with breathing and physical performance due to thinner air and lower oxygen concentration.
The report suggests England may use Viagra, known as 'Vitamin V,' to help manage altitude-related fatigue and dizziness. The drug works by dilating blood vessels in the lungs after inhibiting enzymes that cause vasoconstriction. Viagra is not on WADA's banned substance list and sildenafil is not considered to significantly enhance athletic performance. Players need not worry about unwanted physical effects during competition since the drug only takes effect when the user is sexually stimulated.
However, England previously rejected using it during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. A spokesperson for the English Football Association confirmed they conducted thorough research but found no plans to actually implement it.
