- England's World Cup 2026 last-16 match against Mexico will proceed at its original scheduled time of 6pm local time on Sunday (1am BST Monday).
- An earlier proposal to move the kick-off six hours earlier to avoid potential thunderstorms was reversed after the English and Mexican FAs were not consulted.
- Weather forecasts for Mexico City around the scheduled kick-off indicate a high probability of rain and potential thunderstorms, with some predictions showing up to a 70% chance of rain.
- The Estadio Azteca, which does not have a full roof, could be impacted by these storms, as tournament safety rules mandate a 30-minute delay for lightning strikes within eight miles.
- FIFA retains the right to "cancel, reschedule or relocate" matches at its sole discretion, and discussions regarding the situation are ongoing.
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