The kick-off at 1am was delayed until 2am after an electrical storm. So lots of people in Abingdon had a very late night.
The match itself more than made up for the wait. In an exciting match, England eventually were 3–2 winners over Mexico, after having to play almost half the game with ten men.
Martin stayed up to watch it. After what turned out to be one of the best England performances he had ever seen, he managed only a couple of hours’ sleep before heading off early to set up his market stall, where Abingdon 2027 calendars are now on sale.
He’s ready for another 1am game tonight: Belgium v USA. Martin is originally from Belgium, and according to an image on his phone, “the rest of the world” will be backing Belgium against the USA.
Great win for Belgium!
J’aime beaucoup le Tee-shirt . The Tour de France is well Worth a watch too!
Pleased for Martin. Well worth another nightshift it!!!! Today….. Trump to Infantino ‘ I just need you to find another four goals’
Belgium’s four goals will remain on record, but have been reclassified as exhibition goals by FIFA. This is to allow the USA to proceed to the final eight even though they lost. 😉
Let’s hope Norway get the job done!