Sources: Mexico vs. England to KO six hours early

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Tom Hamilton

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• Joined ESPN in 2011

• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours

• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018

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Lizzy Becherano

Jul 3, 2026, 03:29 PM ET

MEXICO CITY -- The World Cup match between Mexico and England is likely to have its kick-off time changed due to the risk of weather disruption including flooding, sources told ESPN.

Kick-off is set to become 12 p.m. local time at the Azteca Stadium, which is 7 p.m. in the UK and 2 p.m ET.

FIFA took lessons from last year's Club World Cup which was blighted by six major weather delays in 63 matches. The governing body is now in ongoing discussions to move the Mexico vs. England kick-off time amid the threat of bad weather, sources told ESPN.

England playmaker Morgan Rogers said of the potential change: "It's just another obstacle to overcome. We'll be ready regardless of the time.

"Earlier the better because you want to play. There is enough thinking about what is going to happen and the build-up -- you just want to play the game.

"Getting that adrenaline out there will help us and get us going and playing. We're looking forward to it whatever the time is.

"I'm not concerned about it, but won't be happy if it wakes me up, I'll be honest. We'll deal with it as best as possible. It's another obstacle to get over."