Sheffield World Cup fan zone opening date announced after England's historic Mexico victory
Green light for World Cup ‘Fan City’ after England victory in Mexico
It’s all systems go as the race starts to get a a fan park built in Sheffield city centre in time for England’s big World Cup quarter final against Norway.
The 3-2 win over Mexico at the Aztec Stadium triggered the plans to set up the football fan park site with a huge screen on Devonshire Green.
England’s quarter final clash with Norway kicks off at 10pm UK time on Saturday July 11 and the company behind the project claims there is nowhere better in South Yorkshire to experience it than alongside thousands of fellow supporters in the heart of Sheffield city centre.
Fans will have to pay to get in for the England games, but other matches will be free admission.
Fan City plans to officially open its doors from Thursday July 9 and screen every World Cup quarter final, semi final and final throughout the remainder of the tournament, regardless of whether England beat Norway.
The only fixture not being shown will be the final quarter final on Sunday July 12 taking place at 2am UK time.
A spokesman for Fan City said: "England knockout games are always special, but after the drama of Mexico and with Norway now standing between England and a World Cup semi final, this feels like a huge moment.
"These are the nights supporters want to experience together and Fan City is built for exactly that.
"We’ve seen some incredible scenes at Devonshire Green and we’re looking forward to bringing that atmosphere back to the city once again.
"Whether you're cheering on England, following another nation or simply love tournament football, Fan City will now be open for the rest of the World Cup."
Supporters can expect giant screens, food and drink offerings and a big match atmosphere, say organisers
The previous Fan City which came to the city for the Euros in 2024, saw thousands of supporters descend on the Devonshire Green.
Organisers say further entertainment announcements, special guests and hospitality experiences will follow throughout the knockout stages.
Tickets for England's quarter final against Norway are on on sale now at £10 entry for standard tickets. Doors open at 5pm. All non-England games are free entry.