Long lunches and sickies on the cards as fans prepare for World Cup clash (opens original article in a new tab)

Australian football fans are making plans to watch the World Cup match against Paraguay, with many taking time off work or using long lunches, while some offices are hosting watch parties.

• Football fans in Australia are planning to take annual leave, long lunches, or fake illnesses to watch the World Cup match against Paraguay.
• Many offices are organizing watch parties or allowing employees to watch the game during work hours.
• Players have encouraged employers and schools to let people watch the match, with some predicting long lunches rather than sickies.