Democracy Dies in Darkness States are pushing back last call for the World Cup. Bar owners aren’t elated. Even somewhat puritan Massachusetts is giving soccer fans more time to drink during the tournament. 4 min Make us preferred on Google Missouri is one of the states that has passed legislation expanding the times when alcohol can be served. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images) By Joanna Slater While the winner of the World Cup won’t be known until July 19, one team can already claim victory: soccer fans who like to party very, very late.
States across the country have made one-time adjustments to their regulations around alcohol sales for the sporting extravaganza, extending last call to allow bars and restaurants to capitalize on potential demand for late-night drinking.
