uefaeuro-en : England Fan Stands by 'Euro Winners' Tattoo Despite Final Loss, Encourages Others to Show Support

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15/07/2024 22h05

England supporter Dan Thomas of Swindon, Wiltshire, garnered attention after getting a "Euro Winners" tattoo on his leg prior to the final game, which England ultimately lost 2-1 against Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Despite the outcome, Thomas remains resolute in his decision, expressing no regrets about his inked tribute to the Henri Delaunay Cup and the proclamation "England Euro 2024 Winners."

The 29-year-old data consultant believes that England will emerge victorious in the upcoming 2028 Euros, hosted by the UK and Ireland, and hinted at the potential for an alteration to his tattoo then. Thomas, in a show of unwavering support, affirmed,"I still love it. If anything, I don't think it'd be hard to change the four into an eight in four years time. I won't be covering it up. Absolutely no regrets and I still love it."

During the final, Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal clinched the winning goal in the dying minutes, sealing another tough defeat for Gareth Southgate's side. Despite the bitter outcome, Thomas praised the team for their efforts, tagging the victory as only a matter of time, asserting, "The result wasn't what we wanted, but a great achievement to reach yet another final...It's only a matter of time before we win something."

Getting his tattoo at Reign Barbers and Tattoos in Swindon, Thomas shared the process with his social media followers, receiving overwhelming support with his live stream amassing 42,000 views on TikTok. Tattoo artist Tinashe Chikerema, despite initial disbelief, lauded Thomas for his faith in the national team, emphasizing the boldness in his decision.

While there were mixed reactions to Thomas's tattoo journey on social media, with some jesting about future adjustments to the ink given England's trophy drought, Thomas remains undeterred in his support for the Three Lions and encourages fellow fans to similarly back the team in forthcoming tournaments.

In conclusion, despite the setback in the Euro 2024 final, Dan Thomas's unwavering commitment to his tattoo and his optimism for England's future triumphs stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of English football fandom.

The views expressed in this article do not reflect the opinion of ICARO, or any of its affiliates.

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