Thousands of fans have converged on Newcastle's Times Square, where a dedicated fan zone with a giant screen has been set up for the World Cup. The first match sees England face Croatia in their Group L opener, kicking off at 9pm British time at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
England's World Cup Campaign
England's group stage includes further matches against Ghana on Tuesday, June 23, and Panama on Saturday, June 27. Among the England squad are Newcastle United players Dan Burn and Tino Livramento, as well as former Magpie Anthony Gordon, who recently joined Barcelona.
Fan Zone Atmosphere
Up to 2,000 people are expected to gather in the fan zone, which has been transformed into a sea of England flags, bucket hats, and painted faces. Supporters are in high spirits, with chanting and singing filling the air. The atmosphere is electric as fans come together to cheer on their team.
Here are some pictures of England supporters watching the match at the Newcastle fan zone:
- Fans watching the England game in the Newcastle fan zone in Times Square
- England fans gather in the Newcastle fan zone
- The fan zone is located in Times Square
- Up to 2000 people are expected to come together there
- They will gather there to watch England's first World Cup game
- England are taking on Croatia in their first group game
- These two were wearing England hairbands
- England tops and bucket hats for these three
- People are in high spirits
- Fans are having a good time
- There's chanting and singing
- Some England fans have their faces painted
- Big smiles wherever you look
- Supporters are out to have a good time
- An England fan enjoying himself at the fan zone
- Another England fan having a blast
- The World Cup is being held in the USA
- The match kicks off at 9pm
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