After England’s thrilling World Cup victory over Mexico, the streets and transportation hubs in Britain were noticeably calmer as fans opted to work from home, take leave, or skip the morning commute. The match, originally set for 1 am UK time, was delayed due to severe weather, pushing the kick-off to 2 am and the final whistle past 4 am. Despite the late hour, millions of supporters stayed awake to witness England’s triumph, resulting in a quieter start to the day across the country.
Fans had prepared for a long night as the game was initially scheduled for 1 am, with potential further delays due to stormy weather conditions. The match eventually began at 2 am, with England securing a spot in the quarter-finals after a dramatic victory. The government’s decision to extend licensing hours until 5 am allowed pubs and bars to accommodate fans who stayed up to watch the game, contributing to the subdued morning rush.
England’s win over Mexico, with Bellingham and Kane securing crucial goals, was celebrated by fans both in pubs and at home, despite the late hour. The victory has set up an exciting quarter-final clash with Norway, offering fans a more favorable kick-off time of 10 pm UK time, eliminating the need for another sleepless night. The dream of World Cup glory remains alive for England supporters as they continue to rally behind their team.