PICTURES: Joy and pain in Bournemouth during Euro 2020 final

The tense game had fans at the Back Yard bar in Exeter Road on the edge of their seats in what was a rollercoaster of emotions.

Scores of people packed out the venue despite the inclement weather for the historic event which was England’s first major final for 55 years.

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People roared and jumped for joy as the Three Lions took an early lead after Luke Shaw scored within the first two minutes of the match in what is the fastest ever goal in a European Championship.

Harry Kane spread the play out to Trippier and the wing-back’s cross was rammed home at the far post by Shaw.

By half time, the rain had started to get heavier, and umbrellas were out but spirits were still high as England led by a goal.

However, Italy’s leveller came midway through the second half as Bonucci struck from close range following a corner.

Marco Verratti snuck in at the far post and his header was tipped on to the post by Pickford, but Bonucci tapped home the rebound.

Following Italy's goal, the tension ramped up with fans nervously waiting for the next England goal with Jack Grealish's arrival being greeted with applause.

Ending 1 – 1 after 90 minutes and with six minutes added, the game saw 30 minutes of extra time before going to penalties as fans watched on with bated breath.

However, Italy beat England 3-2 on penalties to win the Euro 2020 final at Wembley.

Steven Vine said: "The world is divided, the world is mashed up but football brings us all together.

"The journey we have been on had been amazing.

"We have had Covid and the rest, let's not forget that.

"We woke up every day over the last month and, if England was playing, it would put everyone in a good mood."

A resident from Bournemouth said: "I'm genuinely gutted. Tonight, and the whole tournament, has been a rollercoaster.

"With what we have gone through over the last 16 months, this has actually put the pride back into the country.

"I don't think we deserved to lose tonight, we played better and had the better chances. But the World Cup is next year and these boys will be back ready and raring to go."

Will Cowen said: "It's a shame it had to end the way it did and I'm sure the whole nation is feeling similar but we played brilliantly the whole tournament so hopefully it's a sign of what's to come."