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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Luke Baker

England v Mexico kick-off time at World Cup could be brought forward due to storm risk

The kick-off time of England’s last-16 clash with Mexico at the World Cup 2026 could be brought forward by six hours in order to avoid potential storms in Mexico City, although that switch is now in doubt.

Media in Mexico, citing sources with knowledge of the matter, had suggested the game, which is scheduled to kick off at 1am BST on Monday morning (6pm local time on Sunday) will now start at 7pm BST (12pm local) instead.

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