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03 Jul 2026, 22:08

England vs Mexico — Messi may be able to start through injury

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  • According to the information, it may be about 12:00 p.m. local time (7pm BST) or 7:00 p.m. BST, but the exact time is not yet confirmed.
  • FIFA has not confirmed the time yet; the match schedule is still being finalized based on the available information.

The Round of 16 match between England and Mexico at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City could start at 12:00 p.m. (7pm BST), according to the latest reports. The match was originally scheduled for 6:00 p.m. (1am BST).

According to the same information, the match between Mexico and England could start at 12:00 p.m. (7pm BST), while the group match between France and Iran ended at 19:00 BST.

Based on the match schedule, FIFA has not confirmed the time yet, which Reuters reported. BBC also said that FIFA is considering moving the match between England and Mexico to 19:00 BST, while the rest of the schedule remains unchanged.

Marca also reports that it is expected to be played at TUDN, with commentator Andres Vaca saying that, according to his information, the match between England and Mexico, which he says is scheduled for Sunday, could be played at 12:00 p.m., while the match could start at 6:00 p.m. local time. According to him, if the match is moved, it could be delayed by 5 hours. He also added that the exact time is not yet known.

Tags: Sport/Football/Weather

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