Its a public holiday in France apparently, that's why its on so early. Wednesday 15 August - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Assomption).
So blame the catholics.
Also it's on Setanta. Blame the EU.
Public holiday in Luxembourg as well. However I am working it as we get triple time and I need the money. We have setanta so I may get home in time to see some of the game.