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Following the storm-related delay that disrupted England’s Round of 16 clash against Mexico, weather conditions could once again play a major role in their upcoming Quarter Final fixture.

Between now and Saturday’s 10 pm UK time kick-off, forecasts are warning of extreme heat, thunderstorms, and lightning activity.

Although Florida’s hurricane season officially extends from June to November, meteorologists have indicated that it is unlikely to affect the match this early in the year.

England will take on a formidable Norway side in their quarter-final encounter on Saturday, with a coveted place in the World Cup semi-final at stake.

However, their progress might face a different kind of challenge — the weather conditions in Miami.

Current forecasts predict lightning on match day, though the electrical storms are expected to occur a few hours before kick-off.

By the time the teams walk onto the pitch, projections suggest the storms will have passed, giving way to clear, sunny skies for the start of the game.

Nevertheless, any lightning strikes detected within an eight-mile radius of the Hard Rock Stadium would automatically trigger a shelter-in-place order, leading to potential delays in the match schedule.

Even if the skies clear, playing conditions will remain tough, with temperatures expected to reach 33°C, a real feel of 44°C, and humidity levels around 59 per cent — conditions likely to drain energy quickly from players on both sides.

Authorities have already issued heat warnings in the days leading up to the fixture.

While the forecast may still change before Saturday, one thing is certain — it will be hot and humid in Miami, making for a challenging environment for everyone involved.

Supporters will have to wait to see how the weather unfolds on match day.

One silver lining for England is that their opponents, Norway, hail from one of the few countries colder than the United Kingdom, suggesting both teams might struggle equally with the extreme conditions.