England fans prepare for Le Crunch match against France trends now

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Whether we end up drowning our sorrows or toasting victory, there’s going to be one certain winner tonight: pub landlords.

Boozers are set for their busiest day in three years as fans roar on England in the World Cup quarter-final.

Some 28million pints will be sunk nationwide – with another 50million to be supped at home – as millions watch the battle with France at the biggest gatherings since before lockdown. And in Qatar, hundreds of fans were dashing for last-minute tickets for a match that’s been dubbed Le Crunch as some tried to cash in by demanding £9,000 for seats.

Some 23million people are set to watch the 7pm game on ITV, the biggest TV sport audience since the Euro 2020 final last year.