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Were the Love Island cast allowed to watch Euros England vs Italy final?

We had something in common with the cast on Sunday night 

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Emmy Griffiths
TV & Film Editor
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The Love Island cast couldn’t believe their luck on Sunday night after an exception to a major villa rule was made - and they were allowed to watch the Euros final between England and Italy!

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The cast were kept in the dark about the tournament, and typically know nothing about the outside world, but were given a one-off treat. During Aftersun, it was revealed that Chloe received a text which read: “Islanders, tonight you will be able to watch the England football team play Italy in the final of the European Championship! #ItsComingHome.”

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The group were, of course, delighted by the news - then disappointed as Italy took home the trophy. A source previously told The Sun that the match would be screened as a special treat to the islanders, who have been talking about the tournament non-stop. 

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Fans were full of praise for team England’s performance on Sunday night, after they very sadly lost 3-2 in penalties. One person wrote: “Show the players some love - how many of us thought England would reach the final at the start of this tournament? They’ve brought us so much joy, and carried the pressure with grace.” 

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The islanders were allowed to watch the match

Another added: “55-years of hurt goes on but what a journey. England should be proud of their team. They are the best in my lifetime and the future is bright.” A third wrote: “So proud. Instead of thinking of it as a missed penalty I will think of it as the moment our next superb England managers were created - decades down the line... his empathy and responsibility and understanding is outstanding.” 

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