Germany fans will be able to stay up late (Picture: Getty)

Germans are stereotypically known for their efficiency in the work place, but that’s all set to go out of the window when the World Cup kicks off this summer.

While most of us will be struggling with our sleeping-to-work ratio during those 1am kick offs in Brazil, German workers can have their feet up.

That’s because worker’s unions are close to pushing through an agreement with many major employers so that staff can turn up late for work – if they’ve been watching the football.

‘It would be a noble move by employers if they showed a bit of flexibility during the World Cup,’ said one union chief to Bild newspaper.


Germans know how to party (Picture: Getty)

‘For Germany games after 10pm, work should start later. Employers and work councils should talk about rearranging shifts if needed so their staff can enjoy the World Cup games.’



A number of organisations have already switched shifts for some staff who were due to start at 6am normally, but others are tipped to follow suit in the coming weeks.

Your move, David Cameron!