Struggling pub landlords given a lifeline by England’s World Cup heroes
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Key context: <p>One manager expects takings to treble during England’s semi-final with Argentina on Wednesday; while national sales are up 10%</p><p>The beleaguered pub sector is getting a boost from England’s World Cup run, with some landlords reporting roaring sales as anticipation builds for a bumper night on Wednesday for the semi-final clash with Argentina.</p><p>Lisa Mayall, the manager of the British Oak in Kingswinford near Dudley in the West Midlands, was jubilant after England’s 2-1 win against Norway on Saturday night and brisk takings at the pub’s till. She expects hundreds more customers for the team’s next game at 8pm BST.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/13/pub-landlords-lifeline-england-world-cup-heroes">Continue reading...</a> This development from The Guardian highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
One manager expects takings to treble during England’s semi-final with Argentina on Wednesday; while national sales are up 10%The beleaguered pub sector is getting a boost from England’s World Cup run, with some landlords reporting roaring sales as anticipation builds for a bumper night on Wednesday for the semi-final clash with Argentina.Lisa Mayall, the manager of the British Oak in Kingswinford near Dudley in the West Midlands, was jubilant after England’s 2-1 win against Norway on Saturday night and brisk takings at the pub’s till. She expects hundreds more customers for the team’s next game at 8pm BST. Continue reading...
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