Nine pictures of England fans watching the World Cup at Coast in South Shields in 2006

World Cup hopes were high for these England fans in Coast 16 years ago.

Published 7th Dec 2022, 16:02 BST

Updated 7th Dec 2022, 16:02 BST

These supporters watched the Three Lions as they fought out a narrow win against Paraguay.

As we get ready for another chapter in England’s World up history, here are some memories from 2006.

There was the usual highs and lows of being an England fan but were you there watching it all unfold on the screens at Coast?

Have a look. And come on England!

1. Ready for a big night

They were ready for the highs and lows of an England match. Are you ready to share memories of it all? Photo: SN

Football fever at Coast on a glorious day in June 2006. Photo: SN

Tense times for these fans at Coast. Photo: SN

Raising a glass to England. Remember this? Photo: SN