Ecstasy and agony as England fans gather in Sunderland to watch Argentina World Cup defeat

It was another frustrating case of so near and yet so far as fan-tastic football supporters packed Sunderland’s Keel Square to watch England crash out of the World Cup on giant television screens.

Hundreds of people saw the drama unfold as Thomas Tuchel’s side took an early second-half lead before conceding two late goals to lose Wednesday’s semi final 2-1.

These pictures, courtesy of North News & Pictures, capture the changing emotions on fans’ faces as the night wore on.

5. Tense faces

Tense faces as the match turns against England. Photo: Will Walker / NNP

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6. Near miss

England fans gasp as the team threaten Argentina. Photo: Will Walker / NNP

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7. True colours

Patriotic fans smile for the camera. Photo: Will Walker / NNP

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8. Tense night

Two fans get seated early before kick off. Photo: Will Walker / NNP

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