Ahead of their last 16 clash against Mexico on July 5, we thought we would get you in the mood by looking back at these classic photos of fans watching important matches over the years in Hartlepool pubs.
Fingers crossed there will be far more jubilation than desolation on supporters’ faces over the coming month.

1. Near miss
England fans in the Hillcarter react to a near miss in the 2006 World Cup clash with Paraguay in 2006. Photo: TC

2. Park life
An England fan flies a flag while watching the Euro 2024 draw against Denmark in The Park. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid

3. 'It's a goal'
England fans celebrate in Hartlepool's Sports Bar as the side score against Portugal during Euro 2004. Photo: SH

4. Outdoor seats
Outdoor viewing was popular as England emerged from Covid in 2021. Here spectators at the Raby Arms, in Hart, watch the delayed Euro 2020 final against Italy in 2021. Photo: Frank Reid

