England's World Cup fever sweeps UK as Manchester fan park erupts and London tops viewership

In Manchester, thousands of supporters gathered at the city’s World Cup fan park after England’s quarter‑final win, staying until the early morning despite long delays, a red card and a 10‑man finish. Fans celebrated with music, singing and communal revelry, many describing the atmosphere as a rare collective exhale.

A separate survey of 2,000 adults shows London leading British cities in World Cup engagement, with 80 % of residents watching or planning to watch matches and 36 % saying they would cry if England were eliminated. The poll notes that many have reshaped daily routines, cancelling gym sessions or taking time off work to follow the tournament.