Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland's World Cup last-16 clash against Mexico is confirmed for 1am BST on Monday, following a FIFA U-turn on earlier weather concerns. Pubs across England and Wales have been granted special permission to extend their opening hours until 5am for the fixture, a decision supported by Sir Keir Starmer. Schools nationwide are also allowing pupils to start late on Monday so they can watch the game. Police leaders and emergency services have criticised the late announcement, expressing concerns about increased demand on resources, potential for violent incidents, and alcohol-related pressures on NHS services. Major pub chains, including Greene King and Marston's, are participating, with hundreds of establishments planning to stay open late, despite some pubs facing logistical challenges due to the last-minute changes. In fullPubs and police prepare for late-night England match after last-minute FIFA U-turnMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Britain braces for England’s late-night World Cup clash against Mexico
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEngland's World Cup last-16 clash against Mexico is confirmed for 1am BST on Monday, following a FIFA U-turn on earlier weather concerns. Pubs across England and Wales have been granted special permission to extend their opening hours until 5am for the fixture, a decision supported by Sir Keir Starmer. Schools nationwide are also allowing pupils to start late on Monday so they can watch the game. Police leaders and emergency services have criticised the late announcement, expressing concerns about increased demand on resources, potential for violent incidents, and alcohol-related pressures on NHS services. Major pub chains, including Greene King and Marston's, are participating, with hundreds of establishments planning to stay open late, despite some pubs facing logistical challenges due to the last-minute changes. In fullPubs and police prepare for late-night England match after last-minute FIFA U-turnMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
