Start time for Mexico’s game against England at World Cup unchanged despite weather concerns

MEXICO CITY: (Jul 4) The World Cup match between Mexico and England on Sunday will remain at the original scheduled time despite concerns about a potential afternoon thunderstorm.

FIFA had been looking at the possibility of starting the round of 16 game at the Azteca Stadium earlier than the scheduled 6 pm local time, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.

The person spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to speak publicly.