Comedian Josh Widdicombe documented his efforts to watch England's World Cup victory over Mexico, a late-night affair for UK viewers, which involved an unexpected nap that caused him to miss the first half of the match. The game kicked off at 1 a.m. UK time, and Widdicombe had planned to stay awake, even converting his bed into a makeshift sofa.
A Sleepy Start
Widdicombe shared a video of his night, complete with timestamps, showing his struggle to stay awake. After an initial plan to nap following an earlier match failed, he decided to rest before England's game. However, the match's start time was later delayed to 2 a.m., leading Widdicombe to fall asleep and miss the entire first half.
Waking Up to Victory
Upon learning that England was leading 2-0 thanks to two goals from Jude Bellingham, Widdicombe's energy returned. He became fully engaged in the remainder of the match, which England ultimately won 3-2. His elation was such that he was seen kissing his television screen after the final whistle.
Match Details and Future Prospects
England's victory, described as their best since 1966, came after a challenging match that saw them overcome hostility and an altitude disadvantage. The game, played in Mexico City, was delayed by an hour due to a storm. Jude Bellingham scored twice, and captain Harry Kane added a penalty. Mexico fought back with goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, and England's defender Quansah received a red card in the second half. Despite the setback, England secured the win, avenging a previous World Cup loss to Argentina in 1986. England is set to face Norway in the quarter-finals in Miami.
