General · 4 July 2026

BBC denies Mexico's World Cup kick-off change claims

The BBC has denied accusations from Mexico that it tried to move England's World Cup last-16 match to an earlier kick-off time. Mexican media initially reported FIFA decided to switch the game from 1am BST on Monday to 7pm BST on Sunday due to forecast thunderstorms. England's FA and Mexico's coach Javier Aguirre were reportedly "stunned" and "furious" about the potential change.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 July 2026 at 4:39

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