⌚ U-turn: FIFA cancels kick-off time change for Mexico v England

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U-turn: FIFA cancels kick-off time change for Mexico v England

The highest governing body in world football decided to backtrack on its controversial proposal to move up the kickoff time for the crucial Round of 16 clash. All signs indicate that the match between Mexico and England will remain set for next Sunday at 6:00 PM (local time).

Outrage in both federations​

FIFA’s reversal came after a firm rejection from the two national teams involved. Both the Football Association (FA) and the Mexican Football Federation were deeply angered upon learning of the plan to move the match to midday, a change that would have completely disrupted the teams’ logistics.


Javier Aguirre’s strong public response, combined with pressure from the English side, was key to preserving the original plan and avoiding unnecessary physical strain in the day’s intense heat.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in here.

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