Let’s get geographical. The East Coast games (New York, Boston, Miami) are your best friends. They’re typically 5pm or 8pm UK time. Civilized. Almost European.
The Central time zone (Dallas, Kansas City, Mexico City) slips in an hour later. An 8pm kick-off there is 2am here. Ouch. That’s when you start regretting that extra slice of pizza.
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The West Coast (San Francisco, Los Angeles, Vancouver) is the real villain. A 7pm kick-off there is 3am in the UK. It’s for the truly dedicated. Or the insomniacs. No judgment.
The Quirky Silver Lining
Here’s the funny part. Because of the time differences, you’ll discover a new side of football. You’ll watch games in the dark, in your pyjamas, with only a cat for company.
You’ll text your mates at 4am. “Did you see that save?!” You know they’re awake. You’re all in the same weird, sleep-deprived boat.
Breakfast will become a fan tradition. Imagine a England vs. USA match at 1pm local, which is 8pm UK. Perfect. But a Mexico vs. Canada game at 10am local? That’s a 5pm UK kick-off. Who needs dinner?
