Foreign football fans crazy about EURO 2024 final in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Sports - Ngày đăng : 12:09, 15/07/2024
Many foreign football fans and local people experienced an emotional roller coaster in Hanoi’s Old Quarter early on July 15 (local time) watching the EURO 2024 final between Spain and England.
The crowds flock to Ta Hien street in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter on July 14 night to watch England play Spain in the final match of EURO 2024 through large TV screens at pubs.
Fans of both teams make their presence felt on Ta Hien street, showing support for their respective countries ahead of the game.
Most fans are either from Spain or England, while some are from India. An Indian fan shares his positive impression of the extremely vibrant football atmosphere in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Many businesses are fully equipped with large TV screens which show the game to enthusiastic fans.
The match itself proves to be a very intense affair, with the Spanish team dominating the first half though no goals are scored.
Williams opens the scoring for Spain in the 47th minute before Palmer earns an equalizer for England 26 minutes later. Each goal sees excited cheering from fans at the pubs.
Fans hope to see their team lift the trophy.
In the 87th minute, Oyarzabal tips the balance of the game in Spain’s favour by putting them 2-1 ahead. Spanish fans cheer when their team’s efforts lead to a goal.
The English fans can’t hide their sadness as their team ultimately fail to score in the final minutes of the game.
Despite their great efforts, England finish second at the tournament for the second time in a row.
The festive atmosphere in Hanoi's Old Quarter is echoed by local fans of the Spanish team with endless cheers. Spain end their EURO 2024 campaign with 15 goals in seven matches. They are now the most successful team in the history of the EUROs after winning the championship title four times.
