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Mexico-England World Cup round of 16 match delayed by 1 hour because of thunderstorm
By Associated Press, CARLOS RODRIGUEZ at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 5, 2026
· 1 min read
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The kickoff for the World Cup round of 16 game between Mexico and England was delayed by one hour on Sunday night as a thunderstorm rolled through Estadio Azteca.The game was pushed to 7 p.m. local time from its scheduled 6 p.m. start.This is the second time weather has disrupt...
Key takeaway This is the second time weather has disrupted El Tri’s tournament run; their round of 32 match against Ecuador on Tuesday was pushed back an hour due to similar conditions.
Why this matters in The Midland
The World Cup match delay between Mexico and England due to a thunderstorm is a reminder that severe weather can impact major events, a scenario familiar to Midland residents who have experienced their share of intense storms in the Permian Basin. As a community that frequently deals with unpredictable weather conditions, locals can appreciate the challenges of hosting large outdoor events. The delay of the Mexico-England match, as well as the previous disruptions in the tournament, highlights the need for contingency planning and flexible scheduling when organizing outdoor events in areas prone to severe weather. This is particularly relevant for Midland, where outdoor community events and sports games are common, and organizers must be prepared to adapt to changing weather conditions to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MEXICO CITY (AP) — The kickoff for the World Cup round of 16 game between Mexico and England was delayed by one hour on Sunday night as a thunderstorm rolled through Estadio Azteca.The game was pushed to 7 p.m. local time from its scheduled 6 p.m. start.This is the second time weather has disrupt...
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