Government responds to growing demand for World Cup bank holiday

England fans have not been afraid to stay up and watch the late games so far – but the 1am match will be particularly grueling (Picture: Action Images via Reuters)

England fans are pleading to be given an extra Bank Holiday on Monday to recover from their next late-night World Cup match.

The Three Lions clinched a last-minute winner against DR Congo last night to set up a round of 16 clash with Mexico on Monday.

The game will be kick-off at a grueling 1am, meaning Brits could be up as late as 4am if the tie goes to extra time and penalties.

Fans are now calling for the government to grant an extra bank holiday...