Mexico’s game was delayed by about one hour due to thunderstorms and lightning near the stadium. The match then started once conditions were safe.

Quick Scoop

  • The delay was caused by weather, not a scheduling change.
  • Reports say kickoff was pushed back roughly 60 minutes.
  • Some early updates mentioned at least a 30-minute delay before the full hour became clear.

What happened

Officials held the match because of lightning and a thunderstorm in the area around Estadio Azteca. Safety protocols required waiting until the electrical activity cleared.

Time estimate

If you just want the number: about 1 hour.

Note

The exact wait can vary with every new lightning strike, so these delays are often updated in real time rather than given as a fixed end time.