England fans who went to the 1986 World Cup and never came back were reunited 40 years on at the Croatia game last week

The 1986 World Cup, held in Mexico, was a significant tournament for England, with the team ultimately being knocked out by Argentina in the quarter-finals. Many English fans travelled to Mexico for the tournament, often facing challenges such as high costs and limited accommodation. The reunion of these fans 40 years later highlights the lasting impact of the experience on those who attended.

England fans who went to the 1986 World Cup and never came back were reunited 40 years on at the Croatia game last week

Gary Allen, Stuart Bates, David Arnold and Garry Hardwicke were young men in their twenties when, down on their luck and out of work, they decided to travel to Mexico to watch England.