England’s round-of-16 World Cup clash against Mexico kicks off at 1am UK time on July 6, 2026. The realities of a tournament co-hosted across the Americas mean British fans are setting alarms for times normally reserved for questionable kebab decisions.
The UK government’s response has been to let pubs stay open until 5am, urging local councils to fast-track Temporary Event Notices so venues can serve pints well past the match’s potential 3am conclusion.
Crypto’s World Cup play is already in motion
Kraken became the official crypto exchange sponsor of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in June 2026, giving Kraken visibility in front of billions of viewers across the tournament.
Meanwhile, Polymarket is hosting active betting markets on the England vs Mexico match, with volumes reported in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
