England fans could be handed a boost as reports suggest the England vs Mexico World Cup 2026 may move
England supporters have reportedly received welcome news as the dreaded 1:00am kick-off on Monday (July 6) now appears unlikely after the Mexico fixture has allegedly been brought forward.
It is reported the game could take place at 7pm on Sunday night (July 5) instead, due to the threat of thunder storms rather than to help out England fans watching at home, according to multiple publications in Mexico.
Warnings of stormy weather had been issued around game time at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City and could have seen the game face kick-off delays. The BBC understands that FIFA is set to bring the game forward due to thunderstorms and heavy rain.
Fifa regulations for World Cup 2026 say it is their right to “cancel, reschedule or relocate” matches “at its sole discretion”, reports the Daily Star. The Press Association reports FIFA is now in ongoing discussions over moving the kick-off time to earlier in the day due to the risk of adverse weather on Sunday.
Pubs and other establishments had been gearing up to get ready for opening late and into the early hours, but it now looks like we may get a more UK-friendly time for fans.
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