Looks like the highly anticipated Round of 16 match between Mexico and England just got an earlier start time, El Tri fans.
Earlier this week, Mexico’s Round of 32 match against Ecuador was also delayed due to thunderstorms. And it was only recently that France’s group-stage fixture against Iraq was halted for over two hours because of adverse weather conditions in Philadelphia.
The match between Mexico and England promises to be a spectacular watch as both teams are currently unbeaten so far in the tournament. Mexico is riding high on a four-game winning streak (without conceding any goals, I should add), while England is continuing to push their doubters quiet with each and every victory.
When asked about the possibility of the game being moved after England’s training session on Friday, forward Marcus Rashford said the change was “not ideal.”
“I think for us it’s the same how we prepare for the game,” he said to the BBC. “It has to be the same. We have to be focused. We have to be ready for anything… everyone, including the players and staff… we are ready for whatever challenges get thrown at us. So obviously it’s not ideal but also it doesn’t really matter.”
Kick-off is now set to 2 p.m ET at the Azteca Stadium, which will be 1 p.m. for us Texas folk. So, Gilberto, be sure to catch up on your beauty sleep, okay?