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Delhi Bars Open Till 4 AM For World Cup Final!
18 Jul
Summary
- Delhi establishments can operate until 4 am for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
- Bengaluru and West Bengal also extend hours and plan live screenings.
- Argentina and Spain will compete for the prestigious FIFA World Cup title.
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 final approaches, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that establishments across the capital can remain open until 4 am this weekend. This extension, part of a business-friendly framework, aims to allow fans to collectively celebrate the historic event.
The city's decision follows similar preparations in other Indian cities. Bengaluru's police have extended food service timings for hotels and restaurants until 3:30 am. West Bengal is going a step further by hosting a live screening of the final on a giant screen in Kolkata, with district administrations arranging similar facilities across the state.
On the pitch, the final will feature a high-stakes clash between Argentina and Spain in New York. Argentina is vying for their fourth World Cup title, aiming to be the first team since Brazil in 1958-1962 to successfully defend the championship. Spain seeks their second title, sixteen years after their 2010 victory.
Fans in India can watch the third-place playoff between England and France on July 19 at 12:30 am IST. The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is scheduled to kick off on July 20 at 12:30 am Indian time.
