England fans will be tuning in to the first of (hopefully) many World Cup 2026 matches on Thursday as the Three Lions face Croatia in Dallas.
London’s pubs are expected to be swarming well before kick-off at 9pm, with fan zones, restaurants, and bars all primed for crowds of England supporters.
But the later start also means the match will not finish until 11pm – throwing many people’s travel plans into jeopardy.
Unlike pubs – which will be opening beyond usual hours around some matches – the transport authority has not announced any plans for later trains or…
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