Severe weather delayed the kickoff of the World Cup encounter between England and Mexico. Despite the disruption and a red card, England secured a 3-2 victory to advance to the quarterfinals.
England takes on Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca amid severe thunderstorm risks and a hostile atmosphere. Manager Thomas Tuchel has identified the high altitude as a major physical obstacle for his squad.
FIFA has confirmed the England and Mexico match will kick off at 6:00 p.m. local time, following reports that a potential rescheduling due to storms was not finalized.
FIFA has confirmed that the England versus Mexico round-of-16 match will proceed at its originally scheduled time at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
FIFA is considering rescheduling England's Round of 16 match against Mexico from Monday to Sunday due to thunderstorm risks in Mexico City. The potential change has created logistical uncertainty for teams and UK hospitality venues.
Harry Kane scored twice to complete a comeback victory against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, securing England a place in the knockout stages against Mexico.