The World Cup round of 16 match between Mexico and England, scheduled for Sunday at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, may be moved to an earlier time due to a forecasted afternoon thunderstorm. FIFA is considering this change to avoid potential disruptions from flooding. Mexico’s coach, Javier Aguirre, expressed frustration over the possible rescheduling, as it would disrupt their planned preparations. England’s team, arriving late Friday, would also face challenges, having less time to adjust to the high altitude of over 7,300 feet. Experts suggest that athletes need time to acclimate to such conditions to perform optimally. The match is the last World Cup game to be held in Mexico City.
QUESTION: How might changing the kickoff time impact the players’ performance and the overall outcome of the match?
FIFA considering earlier kickoff for Mexico vs. England at World Cup due to weather
