World Cup to deliver £2.9bn boost for UK retailers

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Late match times and tight budgets will see 22.6 million people spend money on food and drink while watching matches at home, while hospitality venues are predicted to take a further £898m during the men’s tournament

The World Cup will provide a £2.9bn boost for British retailers with grocery sales forecast to reach £1.95bn.

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