FIFA has finalized contingency protocols for the World Cup last-16 match between England and Mexico at the Estadio Azteca if severe thunderstorms force officials to abandon the game on Monday.
The fixture is scheduled to begin at 6 p. m.
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local time in Mexico City. Forecasts predicting high humidity and isolated thunderstorms have raised concerns about potential delays or mid-game suspensions.
Lightning Safety Measures
If lightning threatens the venue, safety procedures will strictly govern stadium entry and match resumption parameters.
According to FIFA safety protocols, if there is lightning within a six-mile radius, supporters and teams will be prevented from entering the stadium.
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The game will not be allowed to start or restart until there is a 30-minute lightning-free window.
World Cup regulations dictate that an abandoned match will resume on a future date from the exact minute of interruption, keeping the same scoreline, players, and remaining substitutions, as reported by the BBC.
FIFA continues to monitor the weather closely.
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A similar weather disruption recently delayed Mexico's previous match against Ecuador at the same stadium by one hour.
