Mexico-England World Cup Match Delayed One Hour Due to Storms
Severe thunderstorms forced organizers to delay the Mexico-England World Cup Round of 16 match by at least one hour from its originally scheduled 6 p.m. kickoff in Mexico City on July 5.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between co-host Mexico and England has been postponed at least one hour from its originally scheduled time due to severe weather. The match was set for 6 p.m. local time on July 5 at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca (7 a.m. Thailand time on July 6). Weather forecasts indicated a significant risk of thunderstorms during that window, prompting organizers to consider moving the match to noon local time (1 a.m. Thailand time) for safety reasons. FIFA ultimately approved keeping the original schedule. However, latest reports confirm the match must be delayed at least one hour, now scheduled for 8 a.m. Thailand time on July 6, due to severe thunderstorms affecting the area.
