The spacious, accommodating Wembley Taphouse concourse on Friday night was a family-friendly environment. It was refreshing to see a melting pot of England spectators from different walks of life.
The hard details of final scores and tournament outcomes happen. And in response we scroll back furiously through the choices, vibes and personnel that got us there, convinced there is an answer simply waiting to reveal itself, like the windsurfing dog inside a magic eye picture.
The crosses of St George are retailing for about 2.36 on Temu, depending on whether you want them car-window sized, or big enough to write the words GET OFF MY LAND in the white spaces. Keir Starmer has declared that he is a supporter of flags. Alas, at the time of writing the prime minister's position on other items of tactile fabric remains unclear.
