Footy fans flock to Christmassy pub wrongly thinking it shows World Cup games

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The Greyhound Inn in Wiltshire was wrapped in a giant red ribbon to celebrate Christmas 🎀 But football fans think it’s a patriotic display for England’s World Cup team and are flocking to the pub to watch the games – which they don’t show 🤦‍♀️

A football-free pub is having to turn away England fans because its Christmas decorations look like a St George’s Cross.But confused football supporters think it’s a patriotic display for England’sAt least a dozen fans have already turned up hoping to enjoy a pint in front of the TV, and more are expected on Friday when England plays USA.

Landlady Nikki McNulty, 39, said she’s known as the ‘Crazy Christmas Lady’ due to her decadent displays.‘Each year I like to do something completely different, so I thought this year I’ll make the pub look like a giant present. Well, that was the plan.Mrs McNulty said at least locals are having a ‘giggle’ despite the confusion

 

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