Mexico’s clash with England in the World Cup round of 16 could be moved forward due to the risk of storms in Mexico city where it is due to be played.The kick-off for The Three Lions World Cup was originally scheduled for 6pm on Sunday local time, which is 1am on Monday UK time. According to forecasts, there could be severe thunderstorms and heavy rain around the time the game is scheduled to take place.
Fifa is considering moving the match due to the risk of it being disrupted by bad weather, local media reported, The i Paper understands.
It is also believed that Fifa is in ongoing discussions over moving the kick-off time, but a firm decision has not been made yet.
Tournament safety rules state any lightning strikes detected within eight miles of the stadium result in an automatic 30-minute delay to play.
England winger Marcus Rashford told the BBC at England’s training session on Friday what he thought about the prospect of the game being moved.
