England vs Mexico LIVE: World Cup 2026 latest score and weather delay updates

England and Mexico collide tonight with a place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup on the line at the glorious Azteca Stadium.

Thomas Tuchel’s side have done what has been asked of them so far, navigating through the group stages and coming from behind after an early scare to get past DR Congo after some Harry Kane magic midweek.

But over 2000 meters above sea level at one of the most iconic venues in football, they face their toughest test yet. Co-hosts Mexico are still to concede a goal in this tournament and firmly believes home comforts will be enough to send England packing tonight.

With the weather threatening to play havoc with an already late kick-off time for fans back home, it could be a long night ahead.

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July 5, 2026 10:47 pm

Reports claim pitch access has now been banned with media told to remain inside the media centre until conditions ease.

Might things pass before kick-off starts shifting into focus? Let’s hope so.

July 5, 2026 10:43 pm

Some early team news has reached us this evening with Bukayo Saka, Anthony Gordon and Jarell Quansah expected to start for the Three Lions tonight.

July 5, 2026 10:42 pm

It’s looking pretty bleak at the moment.

You might recall the drama of Friday night – this game was briefly set to be played at the earlier time of 7pm (BST) due to a combination of security and weather concerns. Those plans were scrapped but fresh problems could be awaiting us.

We will bring you any official updates from Fifa as soon as they arrive.

July 5, 2026 10:35 pm

It’s still two-and-a-half hours until kick-off but the weather is already looking pretty ominious.

July 5, 2026 10:32 pm

The Azteca Stadium has issued a shelter-in-place order due to severe weather in the area.

There has been heavy rain in the area throughout the day and in the last half hour, there have been reports of lightning above the stadium.

July 5, 2026 10:30 pm

As it stands, we are scheduled to kick off at 1am tonight. But stick with us, that could be subject to change.

July 5, 2026 10:30 pm

Settle in, it could be a long night ahead.

England have arrived at the Estadio Azteca where Mexico have a fearsome record having lost just two of their last 89 games.

In addition to that formidable history, England are also battling the elements tonight. There are already a few ominous weather reports coming in that might just delay proceedings.

Stick the coffee on.

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