MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico will double security and limit capacity at the monument known as the “Angel of Independence” and at the fan festival in Mexico City’s main square for Sunday's Mexico-England World Cup match after four people died during celebrations following Mexico’s win over Ecuador earlier this week.

FIFA had explored rescheduling the match due to storms in the area. But the body ultimately stuck to the 8 p.m. ET start following outcry from the teams.

Mexico have booked their place in the last 16 at the 2026 World Cup after beating Ecuador 2-0 at Estadio Azteca. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez got the goals in a dominant first half for the co-hosts,

Mexico's packed World Cup crowd at Estadio Azteca reportedly caused an artificial seismic signal when Julian Quiñones scored against Ecuador.

Trade experts tell TIME that the move could carry profound long-term consequences, creating the kind of uncertainty that discourages investment, complicates supply chains and, over time, raises costs for consumers.

Mexico had not won a knockout-stage match since defeating Bulgaria in the round of 16 when they hosted the tournament in 1986.

Ecuador have issued a new statement following their FIFA complaint before facing England's next World Cup opponents, Mexico

Declan Rice is likely to be available to start England's World Cup tie against Mexico despite an ongoing injury issue.

After a World Cup celebration turned deadly, Mexican officials vowed to strengthen safety protocols ahead of their team's Sunday match against England.