Excitement in Brighton building ahead of England vs Germany

Places at pubs have been in high demand as people want to guarantee their spots to watch the match.

Even though pubs have been operating at reduced capacities, there is still a big buzz for the games.

Chris Dodd, who with his wife Ana, manages The Robin Hood in Norfolk Place, Brighton, said: "We are very excited; we could have been booked the pub four times over; there has been such a huge demand.

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"We were fully booked for this match two weeks ago, and that is before it was even confirmed what would be happening.

"There is always the feeling of the fixture being a grudge match, but I think people just want to see England do well against anybody.

"The atmosphere has been great so far even with the restrictions, although it would have been so much better if Covid-19 wasn't here.

The Robin Hood pub in Norfolk Place, Brighton

"From a business point of view, I hope England win, and from a personal point of view, I hope England win. I won't say football is coming home yet, but I do think it is going to the next round."

Pub owners are the only ones excited for the football; punters are also happy to be able to cheer on their country when they manage to get a table.

England fan Chris Wyles, who lives in Saltdean, said: "The pubs have been quieter because of the restrictions, and it has been harder to find somewhere to watch.

"But when I have found a place with a spare table or managed to get a booking, you can tell people are still really enjoying the tournament.

England fans will be nervous at kick off

"I am buzzing for the game. We are due a win over the Germans. If we win, then there should be no stopping our march to the final. I just hope the boys can do us proud and give it their best.

Brighton and Hove Mayor Councillor Alan Robins said: "My first experience of following England was the 1966 World Cup, so as you can imagine, I stared on a high.

"Since then, as they say, it's the hope that kills you. I am excited, but I am always nervous when England play Germany."