Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland's World Cup 2026 last-16 match against Mexico will proceed at its original scheduled time of 6pm local time on Sunday (1am BST Monday). An earlier proposal to move the kick-off six hours earlier to avoid potential thunderstorms was reversed after the English and Mexican FAs were not consulted. Weather forecasts for Mexico City around the scheduled kick-off indicate a high probability of rain and potential thunderstorms, with some predictions showing up to a 70% chance of rain. The Estadio Azteca, which does not have a full roof, could be impacted by these storms, as tournament safety rules mandate a 30-minute delay for lightning strikes within eight miles. FIFA retains the right to "cancel, reschedule or relocate" matches at its sole discretion, and discussions regarding the situation are ongoing. In fullWhat is Mexico City weather forecast for England’s World Cup clash at the Azteca?More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
What weather conditions are expected at Azteca Stadium for England vs Mexico?
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland's World Cup 2026 last-16 match against Mexico will proceed at its original scheduled time of 6pm local time on Sunday (1am BST Monday). An earlier proposal to move the kick-off six hours earlier to avoid potential thunderstorms was reversed after the English and Mexican FAs were not consulted. Weather forecasts for Mexico City around the scheduled kick-off indicate a high probability of rain and potential thunderstorms, with some predictions showing up to a 70% chance of rain. The Estadio Azteca, which does not have a full roof, could be impacted by these storms, as tournament safety rules mandate a 30-minute delay for lightning strikes within eight miles. FIFA retains the right to "cancel, reschedule or relocate" matches at its sole discretion, and discussions regarding the situation are ongoing. In fullWhat is Mexico City weather forecast for England’s World Cup clash at the Azteca?More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
