Community unites in Grimsby as England fans decorate street with flags
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Residents of Wroxham Avenue in Grimsby have decorated their street with England flags to celebrate the national team's World Cup journey. Over 100 flags decorated the area, and families gathered to watch England's recent 2-1 victory against DR Congo on large outdoor screens. The community, having spent more than £250 on decorations, expressed hopes of a final match as excitement builds among residents. The initiative started with Tom Leonard putting up a few flags, leading to widespread participation.
- •Residents of Wroxham Avenue hung flags for England's World Cup journey.
- •Families watched England's 2-1 victory over DR Congo on outdoor screens.
- •More than £250 spent on decorations for the occasion.
- •Tom Leonard initiated the effort, bringing the community together.
- •Local residents anticipate a celebration if England reaches the final.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — England football fans fill street with flags
"Residents of Wroxham Avenue in Grimsby have hung England flags off every lamppost and house.
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