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England Fans Celebrate National Team's World Cup Win Over Croatia

England fans across the West stayed up late to watch their national team defeat Croatia 4-2 in the World Cup opener, celebrating key goals from Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Marcus Rashford at watch parties and pubs.

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Alastair Brookes A female England football fan at a watch party in Bristol. She has long dark hair and is wearing red lipstick and a white England football top. She is holding a large England flag up behind her head and is smiling at the camera.

England Fans Stay Up Late to Support Team

Despite the late 21:00 BST kick-off time, England supporters across the West remained awake to watch their national team secure a victory against Croatia in their opening World Cup match.

The late evening start posed challenges for both fans and venues, but many chose to forgo their usual bedtime routines to cheer on the team.

Alastair Brookes A large crowd of England football fans at a watch party in Bristol. Men and women can be seen and many are wearing football tops and other merch like hats. Many of the fans have their arms up in the air or on their head with their mouths open.

Watch Parties and Pubs Filled with Enthusiastic Fans

Watch parties were held in locations such as Bristol and Somerset, while pubs experienced a surge in business as fans gathered to support Thomas Tuchel's squad.

Key Players and Match Highlights

England captain Harry Kane scored twice in the first half, including a penalty that was retaken. Contributions from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford further secured the home nation's 4-2 win over Croatia.

Fan Reactions During the Match

Fans at The Prospect Building in Bristol experienced moments of nail-biting tension as they followed the match closely.

Alastair Brookes A man celebrating England's success in a World Cup match. He has dark short hair and facial hair and is wearing a dark coloured top. His mouth is open and he is pointing upwards.

Supporters at Ashton Gate Stadium's watch party maintained high spirits throughout the game.

Three male and one female England football fans at a watch party in Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol. They are all wearing England football tops and the woman has a headband with two England flags on it. They are stood at a table full of drinks and food, huddled, with their arms up and smiles on their faces.

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As England's lead increased, fans at Ashton Gate in Bristol showed visible relief and joy.

Five women at the England football watch party at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol. Three of them are in England football shirts. They all have their arms up in the air and are smiling at the camera.

At Yeovil Town Football Club, attendees remained focused on the screen for the duration of the match.

Dan Howell Football fans watching a match on a big screen at Yeovil Town Football Club. There is a man in the centre of the frame wearing a white England top with Kane 9 on the back. His arms are up in the air.

The crowd at The Prospect Building in Bristol erupted in celebration as England secured their win against Croatia.

Looking Ahead

Fans are hopeful that the team will continue their successful performance in the upcoming stages of the competition.

Dave Barton Three male England fans at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol. Two of them are sat down wearing red England football tops, while the third man is standing up between them with his arms around them. One of the men is holding a pint up.

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