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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Helena Horton

Hit the bar! UK pubs serve 5.5m extra pints during World Cup so far

Three young men holding pints cheer in a busy room with flags all over the ceiling
England fans watch the match against Panama at the Clock pub in Hebburn, Tyne and Wear. Photograph: Scott Heppell/AFP/Getty Images

England’s group-stage matches in the World Cup have been a boon for UK pubs, which have poured 5.5m more pints of draught beer and cider than usual.

Saturday’s clash against Panama was the biggest trading occasion of the tournament so far, with more than 8m pints served.

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