Mexico vs England World Cup match to start as planned at 6pm local
Short overview
FIFA considered moving the Mexico-England World Cup round of 16 match due to weather concerns but never confirmed the change. The game will kick off at 6pm local time in Mexico City on Sunday, 1am UK on Monday.
FIFA has decided to keep the original kick-off time for the World Cup round of 16 match between Mexico and England, despite earlier considerations to move the game forward due to weather concerns. The match will proceed as scheduled at 6pm local time in Mexico City on Sunday, which corresponds to 8pm ET and 1am BST on Monday.
Weather concerns prompted review
According to sources, FIFA had evaluated the possibility of rescheduling the match to an earlier time, citing potential adverse weather conditions. However, the governing body never officially confirmed any change, and the original schedule has now been upheld.
No official confirmation of change
The Athletic reported that FIFA considered moving the kick-off time but ultimately decided against it. The match remains set for its original slot, ensuring fans and broadcasters can plan accordingly.
The decision comes after days of speculation, with reports suggesting that extreme heat or storms could affect play. However, FIFA's final call maintains the status quo for one of the tournament's most anticipated fixtures.
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