Teen fans dress as three lions to support England at World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:53 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Three teenagers from Buxton, Derbyshire, gained attention at England's World Cup match against Ghana by dressing as three lions, the team's emblem. The 17-year-olds, Ernie, Alfie, and Charlie, took photos with American journalists and appeared on BBC's The One Show despite the match ending in a goalless draw. The fans expressed that they wanted to make the most of their single game experience in the U.S., cherishing the memories made in their unique costumes.
- •Ernie, Alfie, and Charlie dressed as three lions during England vs. Ghana.
- •The teenagers posed for around 70 photos at the stadium.
- •They were highlighted on BBC's The One Show before the match.
- •The match ended in a goalless draw.
- •The trio aims to attend an England final in their costumes.
- 8:53 AMYahoo Sports — Fans dress as three lions in support of Three Lions
"The three teenagers say they were surrounded by American journalists at England's game against Ghana.
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