23 best pictures of fans packing Portsmouth pubs as England crash out of World Cup against France

CONFIDENCE and optimism turned into heartbreak as England crash out of the World Cup against France.

Fans packed out the pubs in Portsmouth and created a boisterous atmosphere as the match progressed. Aurelien Tchouameni low drive gave the French the lead before Harry Kane levelled things up from the penalty spot.

Le Bleus’ record goal scorer Olivier Giroud then scored a bullet header which gutted the supporters’ confidence before England had another chance to score from 12 yards out.

In gut-wrenching fashion, Kane – England’s joint all time record goal scorer – ballooned his penalty over the bar, and despite more chances, the Three Lions couldn’t find the back of the net.

Despite positive performances throughout the tournament, England will be heading home. It was a rollercoaster of emotions for fans in two pubs in Albert Road, Southsea – the Leopold Tavern and The Kings.

Here are the 23 best pictures from last night.