England supporters gathered in force at BOXPARK Liverpool on Wednesday evening, July 1, to celebrate the Three Lions' dramatic 2-1 victory over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The match, which kicked off at 5pm at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, saw Thomas Tuchel's side secure their place in the last 16 after topping their group.
Atmosphere at BOXPARK Liverpool
The Liverpool Echo joined fans at the popular Baltic Triangle venue to capture the electric atmosphere. From nervous moments in the first half to jubilant celebrations at the final whistle, supporters experienced a rollercoaster of emotions. The photo gallery below shows fans in matching shirts, celebrating goals, and reacting to near-misses.
England entered the knockout tie as one of the tournament favourites after finishing top of their group. The hard-fought victory was met with cheers and applause across Merseyside, with pubs and bars packed throughout the evening.
Match Highlights
The Three Lions faced a tough challenge from DR Congo, with the first half not looking promising for England. However, the team rallied and secured a 2-1 win, booking their spot in the next round. Fans celebrated wildly as the final whistle blew, with many sporting England shirts and waving flags.
According to the Liverpool Echo, supporters enjoyed the occasion at BOXPARK, where the atmosphere was described as 'electric.' The venue was filled with fans of all ages, united in their support for the national team.
Reaction from Fans
One fan at BOXPARK said, 'It was a tense game, but we pulled through. The atmosphere here was incredible.' Another added, 'We're going all the way this year. Come on England!'
The victory sets up a last-16 clash for England, with fans already looking ahead to the next match. The Three Lions will hope to continue their winning form as they pursue World Cup glory.
