The Houston Texans are literally flying across the pond to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in London this Sunday, and while the team gears up nearly 5,000 miles away, fans back home are facing a seriously wild gameday situation. We’re talking about an 8:30 a.m. local time kickoff, which isn’t just early, it’s tied for the earliest start time in the franchise’s entire history! Forget your usual noon kickoffs, this is a whole new level of dedication for the faithful in Houston.
Wembley Stadium Calling, But Houston’s Up With the Roosters
Seriously, Wembley Stadium is gonna be rocking for this AFC South showdown, but the real story is how the heck Houston fans are going to catch it live. An 8:30 a.m. local kickoff means waking up with the sun, possibly before it, to get your game face on. This isn’t just another game; it’s a test of fan loyalty, forcing sports bars and restaurants all over Houston and the surrounding areas to flip their schedules upside down just to get those doors open. You gotta respect the grind, both from the team traveling and the fans making it work back home.
Houston’s Wild Plan for Early Morning Football
But don’t you worry, Houston knows how to adapt. Several spots are stepping up big time to host these historic watch parties. Tom’s Watch Bar downtown, a regular hotspot for game day, is throwing open its doors early, though word is reserved seats online are already totally gone. Up in Spring, the Stadium Bar & Grill is kicking things off two hours early at 8 a.m., according to their Instagram. And for those down in Pearland, Center Court Pizza & Brew is also opening early, luring fans in with sweet specials like $18 buckets of domestic beer. Pitch 25 in Houston’s EaDo neighborhood? They’re extending their brunch hours to run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to make sure everyone can catch the game, as announced on social media.
One thing to note though: don’t trust everything you read online. A manager at Kirby Ice House shut down a Reddit rumor, confirming that all five of their locations are actually sticking to their usual 11 a.m. opening time. Oh, and for those wondering about cracking an early morning cold one, the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission says bars and restaurants *can* serve alcohol as early as 10 a.m. as long as there’s food involved. So, for those earlier kickoffs, it’s all about that coffee and breakfast grub until the clock ticks over. This cable-exclusive game is going to be a unique experience, no doubt!
So, whether you’re already scrambling for a spot with an early bird special or planning to roll out of bed just in time for the second half, make sure you’ve got your plan locked down. This Sunday’s London game isn’t just a clash of teams; it’s a monumental early morning event for the dedicated Houston faithful, and you won’t want to miss a second of it.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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