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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josie Clarke

Starmer says he is ‘proud’ of England after watching Mexico game with his son

  • England secured a 3-2 victory over Mexico overnight, advancing to the World Cup quarter-finals.
  • The match, which was delayed by an hour, concluded in the early hours of Monday morning, causing sleep deprivation for many fans.
  • Sir Keir Starmer watched the game in the Downing Street flat with his son and expressed immense pride in the team's performance and being English.
  • Fans who stayed up late to watch the win reported feeling tired, with some joking about 'pulling sickies' from work.
  • Early education minister Olivia Bailey encouraged children to attend school despite tiredness, emphasising the importance of resilience and celebrating the result with friends.

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