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Nobody cares about that, right?”European football governing body UEFA became the latest to publicly question the "incomprehensible and unjustifiable" lifting of the ban ahead of tonight's US vs Belgium clash.Today14:18 BSTWhat time could the next England game finish?England will be playing off at more sociable hours when they face Erling Haaland and Norway on Saturday night, with kick-off currently scheduled for 10pm.While football is famously a game of 90 minutes, the three-minute hydration breaks each half introduced by FIFA for this World Cup mean the clock runs to 96 minutes per game minimum, plus whatever stoppage time is added by the fourth official.And if it's a draw at the end of normal time, there'd be two halves of 15 minutes for extra time - and then a penalty shoot-out if it remains tied after that.If all of this was to happen, you might be looking at something closer to a 1am bedtime - which is still late for children (and many adults), but much better than a 2am kick-off.Pubs are allowed to stay open until 2am during the World Cup(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Today13:52 BSTEx-England star threatened with 'slit throat' gesture by Mexican fans during gameFormer England player David Bentley was subjected to threats from enraged Mexico supporters who made "throat slit" gestures after he wound them up during the Three Lions' victory at the Aztec Stadium.The bandana-wearing 41-year-old was filmed hurling rude gestures back at the crowd as tensions boiled over in the stands during the dramatic last-16 showdown and had earlier joked: "We might not get out of here alive."Read more: Mexico fans threaten ex-England star with 'throat slit' gesture during Azteca clashA Mexico fan was seen gesturing towards David Bentley(Image: Jam Press/@DavidBentley007)Today13:33 BSTAndy Burnham say he will 'look at' rules on football fans drinking alcohol in standsNumber 10 has said the Prime Minister does not favour changing the law to allow football fans to drink in the stands at games.It comes after Andy Burnham said over the weekend "we need to look at that" after rugby league fans were able to drink while watching matches at the home of his football team, Everton.However, Keir Starmer's government has pointed out the position of senior police on the issue, with the Prime Minister’s official spokesman telling reporters: “Police chiefs have warned against the relaxing of the rules of drinking in the stands and we think that’s sensible to follow.“But fans who go to matches in football league can drink before the game, in the concourse during half time, they can stay late after the match or head to the pub.“So, there’s plenty of chances to get a drink, but, as I say, we think it’s sensible to follow police advice.”Andy Burnham said 'we need to look at' rules around drinking alcohol in stands(Image: Peter Byrne/PA Wire)Today13:19 BST'This is England's greatest ever win on foreign soil'The Mirror's Chief Football Writer, John Cross, writes:That will go down as England’s greatest win on foreign soil.It was a night for heroes like Jude Bellingham, the likes of Jordan Pickford, Harry Kane and Anthony Gordon. And now an update has been provided on his condition with Henderson staying in Mexico City and highly unlikely to play again this summer, as per the Mirror's chief football writer John Cross.Speaking on the latest episode of Make Football Great Again, he said: "Well, it feels like it might be [his World Cup over], to be honest.READ THE FULL STORY HERE.Jordan Henderson stretched off after the match(Image: World Cup 2026 News Pool (WCNP))Today12:34 BSTWorld Cup red card bans are matter for FIFA, No 10 says Trump controversy Football fans and sports groups have raged after a standard one match ban for the US' Folarin Balogun, after a red card, was overturned.After facing calls over Donald Trump reportedly lobbying FIFA to make the U-turn, Downing Street said World Cup disciplinary decisions should remain a matter for FIFA.The US president is said to have called FIFA on several occasions before Balogun's ban was lifted.Asked whether Trump's reported actions were acceptable, the Prime Minister's official spokesman said: "Those decisions are a matter for the football world governing body and should stay that way, and we are clear in that position."Pressed whether the case had brought FIFA's integrity into question, the spokesman replied: "It's a matter for FIFA to respond to.
As I say, our position is very clear that those decisions are a matter for the governing body, and that the Prime Minister supports the integrity of competition in all sports."This comes after England's Jarell Quansah picked up a red card in last night's Mexico clash and faces a ban for Saturday's match against Norway.Today12:24 BSTEngland success 'could give economy a lift'Thomas Tuchel's boys thrilled pubgoers and armchair supporters alike last night with a determined 3-2 victory over Mexico - but the eventual benefits of the win could reach much further.Experts say further success in the World Cup could help lift the spirits of the hospitality trade, and give British consumer confidence a boost.Susannah Streeter, chief investment strategist at Wealth Club, said: "The tills were ringing all night at establishments which stayed open for the game, and the tournament is expected to provide a multi-million-pound boost to the industry as England’s run continues."According to payments company Dojo, spending at pubs and bars was already running 17.3% higher during the first two weeks of England’s World Cup campaign than in the preceding fortnight, with July’s takings expected to swell further."Football fever is also likely to trigger a fresh wave of spending on party food, cold drinks and barbecue essentials, as fans make the most of the good weather in the run-up to the game against Norway on Saturday."With the mood turning euphoric towards the England team, it could help provide a short-term lift to consumer confidence."England winning is good news for pubs, bars and other hospitality venues(Image: JAMES COOK/EPA/Shutterstock)Today12:12 BSTRoads and train stations deserted by commuters as England fans stay home or skive off after Mexico winBritain hit the snooze button after England’s late-night World Cup win against Mexico as usually bustling commuter hubs appeared deserted.Roads and train stations across the country were noticeably quieter than usual after England’s dramatic World Cup victory over Mexico, with bleary-eyed fans swapping the morning commute for working from home, taking annual leave or even skiving off.The match was originally due to kick off at 1am UK time, but severe weather forced officials to activate the stadium’s thunderstorm protocol just an hour before kick-off. The match eventually got under way at 2am, with the final whistle not blowing until shortly after 4am.The extra delay meant millions of supporters stayed up even later to watch Thomas Tuchel’s side book their place in the quarter-finals, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice in quick succession before Harry Kane sealed the victory from the penalty spot.Roads and train stations deserted by commuters as England fans stay home or skive off after Mexico winToday12:10 BSTInside Jordan Henderson's life away from football as he faces injury heartbreakEngland's dramatic World Cup celebrations took a worrying turn last night when midfielder Jordan Henderson had to be stretchered off the pitch and given oxygen following a freak accident.The 36-year-old former Liverpool captain landed awkwardly, sustaining a wrist injury while trying to climb over the advertising hoardings as the Three Lions celebrated their thrilling 3-2 victory over Mexico.Jordan was rushed to a hospital in Mexico City, and it is currently unclear as to whether his tournament has been prematurely cut short.As fans and teammates await updates on his condition, the Mirror takes a look at Jordan's life away from the spotlight, from childhood challenges to his deeply close family...Inside Jordan Henderson's life away from football as he faces injury heartbreakToday12:08 BSTKeir Starmer stays up to watch England v MexicoKeir Starmer stayed up last night to watch the England’s nail-biting World Cup game against Mexico, No10 said.The PM’s official spokesman said: "He watched it upstairs in the Downing Street flat with his son, and he's touch sleep deprived this morning, but incredibly proud of the team, and incredibly proud to be English after that performance."He's seen England play over many years, but this morning’s victory in the heat of the Azteca Stadium, and at altitude and against the host nation was up there for him as being one of England's best ever performances.
Football must never become a playground for political power."READ THE FULL STORY HERE.Today09:43 BSTLiam Gallagher teases Harry Kane after star loses his voiceOasis singer Liam Gallagher has teased England captain Harry Kane after the striker lost his voice following the team's victory against Mexico.After the win, England fans erupted into a rendition of Wonderwall at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City – with the men's team joining in for the singalong.Kane later appeared to have lost his voice as he struggled to speak in an interview.Oasis singer Liam Gallagher said on X: "It's hard work that singing Harry Kane cmon ENGLAND cmon WONDERWALL."Content cannot be displayed without consentToday09:29 BSTEzri Konsa hails 'brotherhood' in England squadEngland defender Ezri Konsa says the "brotherhood" in the squad fuelled their famous World Cup victory over Mexico.Konsa was at the forefront of England's display, first in a central position and then at right-back following Jarell Quansah's red card."Brotherhood" has been one of Thomas Tuchel's buzzwords around the tournament and Konsa said it played its part, saying: "One hundred per cent, it was a brotherhood, you saw that today, the effort we had to put in."Certain players were changing positions, like myself, and putting in a shift. Despite a lightning storm, locals and tourists were singing, dancing and play-fighting with spray foam.READ THE FULL STORY HERE.Today08:42 BSTWATCH: England fans go wild at the final whistle Hundreds of fans packed Boxpark Wembley and celebrated England's win against Mexico, despite the match finishing at around 4am UK time.England vs Mexico: BOXPARK Wembley reacts to Kane penalty Today08:36 BSTMexico boss steps down after World Cup knockoutMexico's head coach Javier Aguirre has stepped down from the top job after a 3-2 win to England.The coach had made his plans to step down at the end of this tournment clear before the World Cup had started.After his team lost, Aguirre said: "I would have liked to say goodbye to my people with a victory.
