The Three Lions lost 2-1 to the holders on Saturday night ending their hopes of bringing football home for a few more years.
England went into the second half a goal down but drew level with a Harry Kane penalty.
They earned another penalty with Kane again taking it, but sent the ball high and wide.
There was last minute drama when Marcus Rashford’s free kick struck the bar with virtually the last kick of the game.
Echo photographer Stuart Norton joined fans on a freezing night inside Chaplins in the city centre as the game unfolded.
1. Come on England!
Fans watching England v France in Chaplins in Sunderland city centre. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Hard to take
Fans find it hard to watch as England's chances slip away. Photo: Stu Norton
3. England V France in FIFA World Cup.
It's almost too tense to watch for some fans. Photo: Stu Norton
4. Moral support
In need of a hug as England go out of the World Cup to France. Photo: Stu Norton