CroatiaThe English and Mexican football associations were caught off guard by rumors that FIFA might move their World Cup quarter-final match six hours earlier due to severe thunderstorm warnings. The originally scheduled match was set to start at 6 PM local time on Sunday (2 AM Monday European time), but a proposal suggested starting at noon local time to avoid delays caused by lightning. However, after reactions from both teams, it was determined that any changes within 48 hours would be logistically impossible due to extensive planning involving police, military, teams, staff, and fans. England had already arrived in Mexico expecting an official confirmation, and manager Thomas Tuchel’s team had meticulously planned every detail for the match day. The English midfielder Morgan Rogers downplayed the significance of the potential change. Meanwhile, the Mexican team, led by coach Javier Aguirre, strongly opposed the idea, calling it 'a punch to the stomach' and expressing frustration over having to adjust nearly six hours of their plans. Ultimately, the match will proceed as originally scheduled, though whether it will be postponed due to thunderstorms remains uncertain.
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