England-Mexico World Cup match kickoff delayed due to severe weather
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:27 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The World Cup Round of 16 match between England and Mexico, scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET, has been delayed by one hour due to severe weather conditions in Mexico City. FIFA had considered rescheduling the match but decided to keep the original time, only to push it back shortly before kickoff. This game at the Azteca Stadium is significant as England seeks its first World Cup win since 1966, while Mexico looks to maintain its home advantage. The new kickoff time is now set for 9 p.m. ET, or 7 p.m. locally.
- •Kickoff was initially set for 8 p.m. ET before being delayed.
- •Severe weather conditions prompted the delay shortly before kickoff.
- •The rescheduled start time is now 9 p.m. ET.
- •This is a Round of 16 matchup in the FIFA World Cup.
- •The game takes place at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Why England-Mexico game isn't playing at scheduled start time with weather update
"They had previously had discussions about moving the game.
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