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Mexico v England World Cup match delayed one hour by severe weather
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Mexico v England World Cup match delayed one hour by severe weather

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mexico's World Cup match against England was delayed by one hour due to severe weather conditions.
  • A powerful thunderstorm with lightning struck near the Estadio Azteca, but the weather improved, though rain is still possible.
  • The winner of the match will advance to face Norway in the quarterfinals.

The highly anticipated World Cup match between Mexico and England faced an unexpected delay on Sunday. Severe weather, including a fierce thunderstorm with lightning, battered the area around the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, forcing organizers to postpone the kickoff by one hour. The game, originally scheduled for 18:00 local time, will now begin at 19:00.

Despite the delay, the atmosphere among the approximately 75,000 fans inside the stadium remained festive. Chants of "Mexico, Mexico" and Mexican music filled the air, creating a vibrant pre-game environment. The announcement of the delay briefly dampened the mood, but fans quickly resumed their celebratory spirit.

The match, the 92nd of the World Cup, is significant as it marks the final game to be held in Mexico for this tournament. Mexico hosted 13 matches across Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. The winner will proceed to the quarterfinals to challenge Norway.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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