As England prepares for the Euro 2024 final against Spain, English fans in Ireland face challenges finding places to watch the match, highlighting the mixed sentiments towards England in international football. Despite criticisms of England's attack, their solid defense offers hope, contrasting with Spain's strong offense but weaker defense. The event has sparked significant interest in the UK, with venues like Birmingham’s Hockley Social Club seeing a surge in bookings, driven by local heroes like Jude Bellingham and Ollie Watkins. The UK government has extended pub licensing hours until 1am to allow fans to celebrate or console themselves, providing a much-needed boost to the hospitality sector. The campaign has been marked by nervous but magical performances, with crucial contributions from players like Watkins.