In a decision that has raised eyebrows among coaches and players alike, global soccer governing body FIFA has decided to stick with the original 6 p.m. local time (8 p.m. EDT) kickoff for Mexico's World Cup round of 16 match against England on Sunday, despite concerns about potential afternoon thunderstorms at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. The possibility of an earlier start had been under consideration due to the potential disruption caused by flooding. However, after deliberation, FIFA has opted to keep the match as scheduled. The decision has sparked criticism from Mexican coach Javier Aguirre, who argued that a change would disrupt six hours of planned preparations. Meanwhile, England's preparations could also be affected if the game were rescheduled, as their late Friday arrival and Saturday training session at UNAM Pumas grounds in Mexico City leave them with less time to acclimate to the city's high elevation (over 7,300 feet or 2,200 meters above sea level). Elite athletes require a period of adaptation to perform optimally at high altitudes, and sports scientists typically recommend an extended acclimation period of at least two weeks. England coach Thomas Tuchel has already expressed concerns about his team's ability to adapt to the altitude in Mexico City, stating that it takes too much time. This will be Mexico City's fifth and final match of this year's World Cup.