A television is obviously a must, the larger the better, and you can hook this up in the garden using an extension cable. Consider setting up a small gazebo or marquee to shield the screen from the sun or any unpredictable rain.

Get your guests in the mood by setting up a few tropical decorations for your Hawaiian themed fancy dress party, such as inflatable palm trees and parrots. Throw in a beach ball to the mix, in case your guests fancy a kickabout during halftime.

If you want to serve food before or after the game, treat your friends to a Hawaiian style barbecue in the summer sun. Traditional Hawaiian culinary fare includes a meat or fish main course, a scoop of rice and a salad.

The fancy dress itself is of course integral to your Hawaiian themed world cup party. Send out invitations specifying garish Hawaiian shirts, shorts and grass skirts. As a finishing touch, greet your guests with flower garlands at the door.

No one can predict the final score of the world cup final, but you can ensure it sticks in your guests’ memory by throwing a Hawaiian themed party they’ll never forget.