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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jack Rathborn

Mexico manager ‘quite angry’ over proposed time change against England

  • Mexico manager Javier Aguirre expressed strong anger over a proposed kick-off time change for his team's World Cup 2026 last 16 match against England.
  • FIFA and the Mexican and English football associations are discussing moving the game due to concerns about adverse weather and potential flooding in Mexico City.
  • The potential change would shift the match from 6pm local time to 12pm local time on Sunday, significantly altering team preparations.
  • Aguirre stated the change disrupts his team's entire schedule, including food, sleep, and physiotherapy, and refuted claims it would give Mexico an advantage.
  • Gary Neville criticized FIFA for considering the late change, arguing it would be a 'sporting disadvantage to England' and raise 'sporting integrity' issues.

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