Sacred Heart asks parents not to spoil England match result

Pupils at Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School in Westhoughton will watch a full rerun of England’s World Cup clash with Mexico on Monday morning as though it is being shown live.

The match kicks off at 1.00 am, meaning many children are unlikely to watch it before school.

Staff have asked parents not to tell their children the result before they arrive so everyone can enjoy the excitement together with classmates.

The school said via social media: “On Monday 6th July, our children will have the opportunity to experience the excitement of the England v Mexico World Cup match together.

“We’ll be watching a full rerun as though it is live, so we’re asking for one very important favour…

“Please don’t tell your children the score before they come to school on Monday.

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“Let’s help them enjoy all the excitement, drama and celebrations together with their friends.”

Children are invited to bring an England shirt to wear while watching the match but must attend school in their normal uniform for the rest of the day.

The school also said Year Four pupils heading to Manchester on the Peace and Justice Trail should come to school in their usual uniform as normal.