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Joe Donnohue

Why England games will kick-off AFTER midnight at 2026 FIFA World Cup: report

Thomas Tuchel delivers instructions to his England players during a water break.

Scheduling fixtures at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is proving a difficult task, especially for broadcasters, due to the various climate challenges posed by the tournament's host nations - United States, Canada and Mexico.

The World Cup takes place throughout June and July next year with four matches to be played on most days during the group stage at the inaugural 48-team Finals.

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