World Cup 2018: Ecstatic England fans celebrate dramatic late win over Tunisia
FOOTBALL fans up and down England are celebrating this evening after the Three Lions got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with a dramatic victory over Tunisia.
England fan FALLS THROUGH ROOF in wild celebrations
England saw off the north African side 2-1 in their first game of the tournament, with a stoppage time goal by captain Harry Kane securing the three points.
The hotly-anticipated fixture captivated crowds across the country as Gareth Southgate’s side went ahead early on after dominating much of the first half, before conceding a soft penalty in the 35th minute.
Big screens across the country broadcast the match live, as supporters urged their team forward as the clock ticked on.
A 91st-minute goal by the Spurs forward saw the Three Lions side bag a confidence-boosting win.
In Brighton, a giant outdoor television erected on the city’s seafront attracted hundreds of fans despite the overcast weather.
The crowd at the Lunar Beach Cinema erupted in celebration after Kane bagged the winner.
In Leeds, crowds gathered in the city’s Millennium Square to watch the game alongside fellow England supporters.
Fans draped in St George’s Cross flags had their heads in their hands as the game progressed and it appeared England would have to settle for a draw.
But the crowd went berserk after Kane’s late goal.
Speaking after the game, England captain Harry Kane spoke of his pride in his teammates.
He said: "I thought we played very well.
“There are always a bit of nerves, a bit of excitement, but we got into the game very quickly, it went to 1-1 and the momentum changed a bit.
“It is always in the back of your mind that it is not going to be your day but that is why you work for 90+ minutes.
"We wanted to create chances and we did that. We could've scored two or three goals and put the game to bed. I'm really pleased with how we played.
"We are proud of each other and in a World Cup you are not sure how it is going to go, but we have a great togetherness and are always proud to see it come off in the game.
“We never panicked, never looked like conceding another one and got what we deserved in the end.
Belgium, England’s main rivals in Group G, got their campaign off to a perfect start with a 3-0 win over Panama.
England face off against the central American side on Sunday, June 24 before taking on Belgium on Thursday, June 28.