While violent clashes between some fans have tainted the first week Euro 2016, most supporters are doing their best charm their French hosts.
The trouble between Russian and English supporters may be dominating the headlines but most people following their country have been enjoying the carnival atmosphere together in harmony.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-0fWEZA_zE
Despite their crunch game on Thursday – one Welsh fan and an English supporter showed that true love conquers all as Newport lad Darren Crandon popped the question to his Brighton-born girlfriend Emma White.
The romantic Parisian setting did the trick as Emma said ‘yes’ as the surrounding fans let out a cheer.
The Welsh have proved themselves to be a romantic bunch at this year’s tournament – giving a newly married couple in Bordeaux the kind of reception they normally save for a Gareth Bale free-kick
Classy Wales fans applaud a newly married couple in Bordeaux!pic.twitter.com/TWNYMaCFHB
— ThickAccent(dot)Com (@ThickAcc) June 12, 2016
The French capital has also taken the partying Republic of Ireland to its heart.
They’ve proved a hit after singing with Swedish fans before their Group E match at the weekend.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWeEJkS2JUc
And showing their love for a Frenchman on a balcony in a scene reminiscent of Romeo and Juliet.
Even the French police aren’t safe from their affections.
The Northern Irish fans are also getting in on the act. After a 30-year absence from tournament football they’re making up for lost time and have been partying hard in Nice as they enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
https://twitter.com/theawayfans/status/741973164725571584
It’s just too bad Scotland aren’t at the party…
