England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico is expected to be rescheduled to an earlier kick-off time of 19:00 BST on Sunday, according to Capital FM Sports. FIFA is reportedly in discussions regarding this change.

Mexico will face England in the round of 16 at the World Cup, marking a significant opportunity for the team to reach the quarterfinals for the first time in 40 years. The match will take place at the Estadio Azteca, a venue where Mexico has not conceded a goal during this tournament, highlighting its reputation as a stronghold for the team, according to AP.

FIFA has confirmed that the kickoff time for the World Cup game between England and Mexico will remain unchanged. England forward Marcus Rashford commented during training that while a change in kickoff would not be "ideal," players are prepared to adapt to the situation.

As players contend with high temperatures at the FIFA World Cup in North America, FIFA has mandated three-minute hydration breaks midway through each half of every match to ensure player safety. This measure has sparked significant debate regarding its necessity and effectiveness, regardless of the weather conditions, according to Xinhua.

According to IOL, the average ticket price for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico has reached nearly R20,000, making it the highest among the participating countries. In contrast, France is noted for providing the best value for traveling World Cup fans.

Bafana Bafana is preparing to face South Korea in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A match at Estadio Monterrey. Coach Hugo Broos emphasized the need for the team to adapt to the sweltering conditions expected in Monterrey during the match, which is scheduled for Wednesday evening local time.