This archive report was first published on 12 July 2021.
Published on July 12, 2021, the Euro 2021 final match between Italy and England was a highly anticipated event that captivated the attention of football fans worldwide.
On July 11, 2021, Italy secured a thrilling victory over England, with the match ending in a penalty decision. The event was held at Wembley Stadium, which was packed with over 60,000 football enthusiasts.
Giorgio Chiellini's yellow card for grabbing Bukayo Saka's jersey in the 96th minute became a pivotal moment in the match, sparking a wave of memes and jokes on social media.
Chiellini Becomes the King of Memes ¶
As the match reached its climax, Chiellini's actions drew widespread attention, with many internet users creating humorous memes and tweets about the incident.
I feel like the Immobile template could work for a similar meme. Immobile on the ground: Me waiting until 2022 to see AJR Immobile up and celebrating: Me begging to go to the 2021 tour https://t.co/TZXrvYGAz2 — I’m an AJR fan (@AJRIsBrilliant) July 11, 2021
A Shift in Mood by the British Royal Family ¶
As the match progressed, the British royal family's initial enthusiasm gave way to a more subdued mood, with many fans expressing their disappointment on social media.
Queen Elizabeth II's reactions to the match became a popular topic of discussion, with many users creating humorous tweets and memes about the incident.
The Stars of the Public ¶
As usual, the spectators at Wembley Stadium knew how to make their presence felt, with many fans creating their own signs and banners to show their support for their teams.
