England's World Cup round of 16 match against Mexico is reportedly being rescheduled to an earlier time due to concerns over weather, according to reports from Mexican media. The match, initially slated for 6 p.m. local time, which translates to 1 a.m. GMT, may be moved to noon on Sunday.
Sources close to the England team have indicated they are not yet aware of any official time change. However, Mexican news channels are reporting that the fixture at the Azteca Stadium could be rearranged because of the risk of storms. This follows a delay in Mexico's round of 32 match against Ecuador earlier in the week due to rain, which had necessitated enhanced security measures in Mexico City.
The potential shift in schedule comes as the UK government announced that pubs would be permitted to extend their operating hours until 5 a.m. to accommodate fans wishing to watch the game.
Discussions are ongoing regarding the precise timing of the potential move, with possibilities including a shift to 7 p.m. on Sunday night or an even earlier slot.