England don’t make it easy do they? Gareth Southgate’s team were within two minutes of crashing out of the tournament in humiliation. However, from the depths of despair a wonder goal from Jude Bellingham gave them a lifeline before Harry Kane nodded home the winner in extra time.
Fans were certainly put through the wringer as they watched on from pubs across the city. The News visited The Milton Arms, The Vaults, The Kings, Porters and The Phoenix to capture the emotions of the nation.
Here are 17 pictures of an emotion strewn night:
Here are 17 pictures of an emotion strewn night:
9. England v Slovakia
The Phoenix on Duncan Road was packed with England fans.Picture: Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson
10. England v Slovakia
Despite the performance the ending provided an iconic moment for England fans.Picture: Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson
11. England v Slovakia
Fans celebrate an England goal in The Milton Arms.Picture: Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson
12. England v Slovakia
Fans watch on in The Phoenix Pub.Picture: Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson