‘Watching England is emotional’: fans celebrate win over DR Congo

England advanced to the World Cup's knockout round today after beating the Democratic Republic of the Congo. According to The Guardian, fans gathered to watch the match in Bristol reacted with tears, hugs, and dancing as the final whistle blew. For these supporters, the emotional drain of following England is part of the appeal—a self-inflicted roller coaster they wouldn't trade for anything else.

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