England v Croatia: World Cup fever takes over Sheffield as fans await first fixture
Sheffield is getting ready for England’s first Word Cup game
World Cup fever is sweeping across Sheffield as fans prepare to cheer on England, with pubs, restaurants and homes across the city decked out in flags, bunting and football-themed decorations.
Along West Street, businesses are firmly in the spirit of the tournament as they gear up for England’s first World Cup game against Croatia.
The Star visited some of the city's most popular venues to gauge the mood out on the streets.
Among the most enthusiastic drinking holes is Beehive, where the venue has been transformed with flags representing teams competing in the World Cup, held in the USA, Mexico and Canada.
A large projector screen has been installed for match screenings, while staff are preparing smoke machines to celebrate any England goals.
The pub is also offering a range of match-day drinks deals to help quench the thirst of fans late into the evening.
Next door at Cavendish, flags have been hung throughout the venue, with football fans able to reserve tables online for the biggest games.
Popular student bar Forum is preparing a dedicated fan zone and additional screens, while beer hall Kapital is offering cheaper drinks if England are victorious.
Elsewhere, England matches will be shown at Steinhaus, formerly Bierkeller, and The Common Room.
At Brewski, supporters can attend dedicated watch parties, with a £10 ticket including a £10 drinks voucher and access to large projector screenings.
Cambridge Street Collective will show every World Cup match during opening hours and is hosting pre-match entertainment, including football shirt stalls.
It’s not just bars and pubs that are enticing in late night football fans, with takeaways even getting in the World Cup spirit.
West Street favourites Devonshire Chippy and Aslan Kebabs have put up England flags and bunting – ready for what many fans will hope is a summer of late-night victory kebabs.
Residents are also transforming their homes for the occasion.
The St George flag can be seen proudly hung from homes all around the city as families prepare to roar on the Three Lions to hopeful victory.