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Soccer fans grabbed seats early along the bar at The Glebe Central Pub on Bank Street as England and Denmark squared off in the Euro 2024 Championship. Daniel Duff was there to support England, and helped organize Thursday's viewing party. "I'm just happy to put on these watch parties and have football supporters come out and bond over the beautiful game," said Duff.

"This is one of the best atmospheres in the city for any sporting event. We've turned it into what we call the temple of football here in Ottawa. We're very proud of that.



" According to England supporter Joey Huneault, the Ottawa footy community is very welcoming and everyone is united by the sport. "Football is a place for everyone. From the youngest to the oldest person, no matter race, color, creed.

It doesn't matter. It's for everyone," said Huneault. Denmark supporter Lene Kelly immigrated to Canada in 1981.

Members of a Danish Club in Ottawa came to support their team in Thursday's match. "Anytime there is a Danish football game, we all represent and come here and hope to win." Later in the afternoon, passionate fans for Spain crowded The Lowertown Brewery on York Street.

The bar serves as the 'unofficial headquarters' for the Spanish Club. Marcos Pascuet has been to two Euro Cup tournaments. He was hoping Spain would come away with a victory.

"I'm Spanish, I'm a life long soccer fan," said Pascuet. "I'm here with my dad and we're here supporting Spain. I expect them to win and nothing less.

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