Hyderabad, July 18 -- Responding to repeated requests from sports enthusiasts across Hyderabad, the State Government has permitted commercial and private sports, food, and beverage establishments to remain open for the public screening of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain.

The match is scheduled to begin at 12:30 AM (IST) on Monday, allowing fans to gather from Sunday evening until the conclusion of the match. Hotels, restaurants, pubs, and other eligible establishments have been granted permission to host live screenings for football lovers, according to the release.

While granting the relaxation, the government clarified that security arrangements and restrictions similar to those enforced on New Year's Eve wil...