At half time one fan said: This is our year.
Another added: My heart has gone.
But slowly as England dropped deeper and deeper, and Mancini made attacking changes for Italy, there was an air of inevitability as Bonucci equalised from a set piece in the 67th minute.
Relief as England score a goal in the Euros 2020 final with Italy at the Ole Frank in Lowestoft. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY
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A nail biting last 25 minutes, extended to extra time, as the nerves kicked in.
And a tense penalty shoot out led to further devastation for the deflated England side, as Italy triumphed.
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