BBC Headlines • July 4, 2026 10:06

Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn

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England's must-win World Cup match will go ahead as planned on Monday. Pubs can stay open until 05:00, which could spell a difficult morning for many.

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Thu 12:43 - BBC Headlines

Government rules out extending pub hours for England v Mexico game

Fri 12:53 - BBC Politics

Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match

Sat 10:06 - BBC Headlines

Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn

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12:43

Government rules out extending pub hours for England v Mexico game

The 1am kick-off time for England's World Cup match on Sunday falls outside changes to licensing laws.

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12:53

Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match

The "late announcement" extending opening hours to 05:00 on Monday means taking officers away from other duties, the National Police Chiefs' Council says.