Paul Sandford, who runs the Railway Tavern in Dereham, issued the plea for England's upcoming World Cup match.

The Three Lions will play Mexico on Monday, July 6, but kick-off is scheduled for 1am.

In his letter, Mr Sandford said it was "not just about football" but also "national morale" and "giving hard working people permission to dream".

In Scotland an extra bank holiday was given for the nation's first group game against Haiti.

The Railway Tavern, in Dereham (Image:........

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