https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/bridgetphillipson/Recent content in bridgetphillipson on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usFri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:43 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/england-vs-mexico-world-cup-match-sparks-call-for-school-schedule-flexibility/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:43 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/england-vs-mexico-world-cup-match-sparks-call-for-school-schedule-flexibility/A unique challenge faces families and schools this Monday, as England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico kicks off at 1am local time. With millions of children eager to watch, union leaders are urging Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to consider flexible school arrangements to support young fans. England manager Thomas Tuchel has already encouraged parents to let their children watch the game, emphasizing the rarity of the World Cup. “There’s so much school to go to, but the World Cup is every four years.