Tuchel urges parents to let children stay up for England match

England manager Thomas Tuchel has called on parents to write excuses for children to miss school on July 3, allowing them to watch the World Cup match against Mexico at 1am BST. Tuchel emphasized the significance of the match and encouraged young fans to support the team. Some schools, like Castle Hill Primary in Basingstoke, are adapting by allowing later start times. However, skills minister Baroness Jacqui Smith warned against missing school for football, stating that education remains a priority. She expressed support for the match but emphasized the importance of maintaining learning schedules. The National Education Union has suggested a flexible approach for schools to handle the situation.

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