Pull an all-nighter? How parents, schools, fans and police plan to cope with England’s 1am kick-off
Summary
England’s next World Cup match will start at 1am BST, which means the game could end as late as 4am if there is extra time and penalties. This late kick-off time raises challenges for parents, schools, fans, and pubs as they try to manage sleep schedules, school attendance, and alcohol licensing rules.Key Facts
- England has reached the round of 16 in the World Cup and faces a match starting at 1am BST.
- The game could end around 3am or 4am if extra time or penalties happen.
- Parents are debating whether to let children stay up, miss school, or watch a replay later.
- Schools are allowing some flexibility, like late arrival or showing a replay, but decisions are up to individual headteachers.
- Early pub closing times at 2am were initially planned, causing concern among fans who want to drink after the late game.
- The government later agreed to extend pub hours until 5am to accommodate supporters.
- Transaction volumes during England’s recent match increased by 184% compared to non-match days, showing high fan spending.
- The late match time is an unusual challenge, blending football enthusiasm with sleep and social considerations.
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