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London's England 'bunk off’’: Poll reveals a third of fans to skip work on Monday to watch World Cup match against Mexico

The Standard

July 2, 2026

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London's England 'bunk off’’: Poll reveals a third of fans to skip work on Monday to watch World Cup match against Mexico

Around 35 of Londoners polled by The Standard admitted they would be bunking off work after the England game

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