Downing Street were alerted by the FA that the time change would give players less time to adapt to the altitude.

Labour leader Keir Starmer intervened in a dispute between the Football Association (FA) and Fifa, the governing body of international football, over the kick-off time for Mexico's World Cup match.

Downing Street was informed by the FA that Fifa's proposed time change would give players less time to acclimate to the high altitude in Mexico, potentially putting them at a disadvantage.

The intervention by Starmer highlights the importance of considering the welfare and safety of athletes in international competitions.