Pull an all-nighter? How parents, schools, fans and police plan to cope with England’s 1am kick-off

England's men's football team has advanced to the World Cup round of 16, but the celebration comes with a catch: a one AM kick-off in British Summer Time. According to The Guardian, the early-morning fixture is forcing schools, parents, police, and fans to confront a peculiar problem—how to manage sleep and stay functional the next day. England hasn't won a major tournament in 60 years, so supporters may be willing to sacrifice a night's rest. But for schools across the country, Tuesday morning will pose a real headache.

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