Starmer opens pubs until 5 AM so you don't miss Mexico-England
The British government makes exceptional hours in bars more flexible so that fans can enjoy the round of 16 match without rushing, avoiding the exodus before the end.
The British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, authorized the country's pubs to extend their closing hours until 5:00 AM on the night of Mexico-England in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The measure, exceptional and limited to that date, seeks to prevent fans from leaving the bars before the final whistle of the match, scheduled for night time. According to government sources, the decision responds to a combination of cultural tradition - football as a social event in pubs - and sports logistics, to mitigate the chaos in the streets and transport after the match.
