Euro 2020: Live updates as pubs packed across Portsmouth ahead of England vs Italy final
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The Three Lions men’s team were in their first major tournament final for 55 years – the last being at Wembley in 1966 – and took Italy to extra-time and penalties.
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Hide AdThe tension in pubs across the area was palpable – but sadly it was not to be.
Follow along in our live blog below.
Live updates as Portsmouth gets ready for Euro final
Key Events
- Pubs busy across the city
- Fans hope for a bank holiday tomorrow
- England face Italy at Wembley Stadium
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