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England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico or Ecuador will kick off at 1am UK time, potentially finishing as late as 4am. This late start is expected to cause widespread tiredness for workers and schoolchildren on Monday morning. Sleep scientists suggest strategies like napping or adjusting sleep schedules to cope with the disruption.
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