Wales football fans react to Euro 2016 England showdown

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Football fans have reacted to yesterday's Euro 2016 draw, which saw England and Wales paired together in Group B.

Wales will clash with England on Thursday 16 June at Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, France - the second match for both teams.

Russia and Slovakia make up the rest of Group B.

Read: Wales and England paired together at Euro 2016

Today in the Welsh capital, fans said they were relishing the chance to take on their old foes:

Wales manager Chris Coleman had previously said he wanted to avoid a showdown with England - but now says he'll embrace it.

Wales players took to Twitter to share their thoughts following the draw:

England boss Roy Hodgson said his team would be full of respect for Wales - not least Real Madrid star Bale.

FIXTURES

  • Saturday 11 June - Wales v Slovakia (1700BST, Stade de Bordeaux)

  • Thursday 16 June - England v Wales (1400BST, Stade Bollaert-Delelis, Lens)

  • Monday 20 June - Russia v Wales (2000BST, Stadium de Toulouse)

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