England vs. Mexico World Cup Round Of 16 Match Delayed Due To Extreme Weather
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Key Points:
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 match between England and Mexico has been delayed by one hour due to extreme weather near Mexico City Stadium, now starting at 9 p.m. ET instead of 8 p.m. ET.
- This is the second weather-related delay at Mexico City Stadium, following an hour-long delay during the round of 32 match between Mexico and Ecuador caused by thunder and lightning.
- Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 in the delayed round of 32 match, advancing to face England in the round of 16.
- England is favored to win with -140 odds against Mexico's +112, having reached the round of 16 in the previous two World Cups, while Mexico did not advance past the group stage in 2022.
- The match will be broadcast live on FOX and FOX One on Sunday, July 5, at 9 p.m. ET.
