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News in English (USA) / 04.07.2026 / 04:00

FIFA Confirms Unchanged Kickoff Time for Mexico vs England World Cup Match Amid Weather Concerns

Despite initial discussions and concerns regarding severe weather, FIFA has decided to maintain the original kickoff time for the highly anticipated World Cup match between Mexico and England. The game, set for 1am UK time, will proceed as planned according to multiple sources. This decision comes after a day of chaos and backlash from teams and fans regarding potential rescheduling. While there were fears of thunderstorms that could have prompted an earlier start, FIFA has concluded that the match will go ahead at the originally scheduled time, quelling earlier speculations of a change.
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