FIFA World Cup: Restaurant Hours Extended In Hyderabad, Bengaluru For Final Match Screenings

Published 17 July 2026 · local

FIFA World Cup: Restaurant Hours Extended In Hyderabad, Bengaluru For Final Match Screenings Published By, Last Updated: July 17, 2026, 23:03 IST FIFA World Cup

FIFA World Cup: Restaurant Hours Extended In Hyderabad, Bengaluru For Final Match Screenings Published By, Last Updated: July 17, 2026, 23:03 IST FIFA World Cup: The final match will be played between Argentina and Spain on July 20. Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) kicks the ball against Belgium during a quarterfinal match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium. (Reuters photo) Football fans in Hyderabad and Bengaluru are set to enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at hotels and restaurants without worrying about early closing hours, as the Telangana government and Bengaluru Police have announced special measures for public screenings of the match. In Hyderabad, the state government has permitted commercial establishments, private sports venues, hotels, restaurants, pubs and food and beverage outlets to remain open for people planning to watch the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. The match is scheduled to kick off at 12.30 am on Monday, and the relaxation will remain in effect from Sunday evening until the conclusion of the game.

FIFA World Cup Final: Several Restrictions In Place Officials said the decision was taken after receiving several requests from football enthusiasts seeking permission for public viewing events across the city. However, authorities have made it clear that restrictions similar to those enforced on New Year’s Eve will continue to apply, with police warning of strict action against violations, including drunk driving. FIFA World Cup Final: Match Timings Bengaluru has also announced extended operating hours for hotels and restaurants to facilitate screenings of both the third-place play-off and the final. According to an order issued by Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh, eateries within the city police commissionerate limits will be allowed to serve food until 5 am on July 19, when the third-place match is scheduled, and until 3.30 am on July 20 for the final. The order, following a representation from the Restaurant Association of India, said the extension has been granted under the provisions of the Karnataka Police Act, 1963, PTI reported.

The temporary extension marks a departure from the usual 1 am closing time in Bengaluru for food service and is expected to allow thousands of football supporters to gather at public venues to watch the final stages of the tournament. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Key Questions Answered What are the specific restrictions still in place for public screenings? In Hyderabad, commercial establishments, private sports venues, hotels, restaurants, pubs, and F&B outlets can remain open for public screenings. In Bengaluru, eateries can serve food until 5 am on July 19 for the third-place play-off and until 3:30 am on July 20 for the final. Could other Indian cities adopt similar extended hours policies? Other Indian cities could adopt similar extended hours policies if restaurant owner associations request it and local administrations grant permission. Guwahati has already been granted permission for restaurants to remain open until 3:30 am on July 15, 16, 19, and 20.