POLICE had to close a road in the town centre as excitable football fans celebrated England's victory.

It was only England's first match in the World Cup, but the last minute 2-1 victory against Tunisia had fans jumping for joy.

Videos were shared on Facebook of a throng of fans celebrating outside Walkabout, where they had been watching the game.

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Winner - striker Harry Kane nods home England's second goal last night. Picture: PA

Police are seen standing close to the group, making sure things did not get out of hand.

The fans can be seen dancing and chanting 'please don't take me home' after the match at about 9pm.

Mike Lilley (Lab), councillor responsible for public safety, said fans are encouraged to celebrate but must be respectful.

He said: "Celebrating a victory is good, but people must do it within the premises they were in.

"There was an awful lot of people on Head Street, it's a busy road and bus route and it's not really acceptable.

"There were no arrests and there was no fighting which was good."

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England's Harry Kane celebrating the team's second goal (photo by Adam Davy/PA Wire)

He has contacted licensing officers and has said if there is anything the council need to be concerned about, they will take action.

He added: "However people need to enjoy themselves and celebrate. We want people to have a good time, just don't clog the roads up."

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