Pubs to stay open as late as 2am for ALL World Cup knockout rounds in victory for boozers
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February 18, 2026
PUBS have secured an extra-time victory — with ministers agreeing to late opening for ALL the knockout rounds of this summer’s World Cup. Boozers will be allowed to stay open until 1-2am for any home nation matches beyond the group stages. For any very late kick-offs, they can apply for a temporary licence. Pub bosses hailed the decision...
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