England v Mexico could move because of storm threat

BBC News Friday 03 July 2026, 18:48 UTC 1 min read

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England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico could be moved to earlier on Sunday because of the threat of storms.

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MEXICO CITY -- The World Cup match between Mexico and England is likely to have its kick-off time changed due to the risk of weather disruption including flooding, sources told ESPN. Kick-off is set to become 12 p.m. local time at the Azteca Stadium, which is 7 p.m. in the UK and FIFA took lessons from last year's Club World Cup which was blighted by six major weather delays in 63 matches.

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