The Government has ruled out a bank holiday if the Lionesses are victorious on Sunday.
England fans were stunned into silence as Spain struck first in the Lionesses’ hunt for their first World Cup final triumph.
Supporters flocked to pubs and bars for the 11am kick-off , with the game tipped to give a £185 million boost to the UK economy.The Lionesses booked their spot in the final against Spain after a comprehensive 3-1 victory over host nation Australia. Throughout the game, youngsters have been chanting “Hempo! Hempo!” when their local hero appeared on screen.
“However this should have been pencilled in his diary from day dot, after we won the Euros and qualified for the World Cup.” Pre-match commentary blared out as young girls in England shirts took their seats at North Walsham Town FC in Hemp’s home town ahead of kick-off.
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