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Thunderstorms in Mexico City delay Mexico vs. Ecuador World Cup 2026 kick-off

Mexico's Round of 32 clash against Ecuador at Mexico City Stadium has been pushed back from its scheduled 9 p.m. ET start after heavy rain and active lightning warnings struck the venue. The exact duration of the delay remains unclear.

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Thunderstorms in Mexico City delay Mexico vs. Ecuador World Cup 2026 kick-off
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Mexico’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match against Ecuador at Mexico City Stadium was delayed on June 30 after thunderstorms brought heavy rain and active lightning warnings to the Mexican capital, forcing officials to postpone the scheduled 9 p.m. ET kick-off.

The delay was announced approximately one hour before the original start time. Officials indicated the match cannot begin until the lightning threat has passed, though no revised kick-off time was immediately confirmed.

The winner of the tie will advance to the Round of 16, where they will face either England or DR Congo.

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