Mexico v England World Cup game delayed after thunderstorm warning

FootballSports
6 Jul 2026 • 7:17 AM MYT
The Independent
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Mexico v England World Cup game delayed after thunderstorm warning

  • England's World Cup 2026 last 16 match against Mexico has been delayed due to an electrical storm at the Azteca Stadium.
  • The tie, originally scheduled for 6pm local time (1am BST), has been rescheduled for 7pm local time (2am BST), with potential for further delays.
  • Severe weather, including heavy rain, thunder, and lightning, prevented fans from entering the stadium and delayed team arrivals.
  • The stadium's electrical storm protocol was activated, advising fans and officials to seek cover.
  • The winner of this match will proceed to face Norway in the quarter-finals on Saturday, following Norway's 2-1 victory over Brazil.

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