EPISODE · Jul 15, 2026 · 1 MIN
World Cup From Behind Bars | Sheffield News
from Sheffield News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Prison guard Melissa Burgoyne-Cox reveals how inmates at HMP Oakwood turn the World Cup into a surprisingly chill, safe spectacle—better than a crowded pub, with no hooch, no rowdy fans, and no football shirts allowed. Cells buzz with 28-inch TVs, communal 42-inch screens draw up to 100 fans, and even betting’s legal via loved ones—winners get chocolate and tea. Trouble? Rarely about the game, more about disrespect or routine. Melissa’s seven-year stint ended with a wild, unexpected view of global football from behind bars. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f5d38c87d07ebaa7
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