UK Extends Pub Hours for England World Cup Quarter-Final Against Norway

England plays Norway in the World Cup quarter-final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida, with kick-off at 22:00 BST on 11 July 2026. The UK government extended licensing hours in England and Wales to allow pubs to remain open until 30 minutes after the final whistle.

Policing Minister Sarah Jones said the measure gives fans and venues certainty after an earlier weather delay affected England's match against Mexico.

An initial extension had permitted venues to stay open until 02:00 BST. The Home Office stated the extension applies to any further England matches, including potentially the final. Daytime temperatures in Miami are forecast to reach 33C, feeling like 43C with humidity, and the National Weather Service issued a heat advisory from 11:00 to 19:00 local time.

BBC lead weather presenter Matt Taylor said it would be a tough day for players and spectators. At kick-off the storm risk stands at 20-30 percent, with lightning within eight miles of the stadium triggering a 30-minute delay. FIFA introduced mandatory hydration breaks for the tournament because of heat and humidity.

The wet bulb globe temperature forecast for Miami is 27C, below the 28C threshold FIFPRO guidelines cite for possible postponement.