Can fans drink alcohol at Euro 2024 stadiums? England and Scotland supporters warned about German beer strength
British football fans that have travelled to Euro 2024 will relish Germany's love of beer.
England supporters largely remained sober for the 2022 World Cup in strict Qatar but are now back in a familiar European setting.
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However, the Foreign Office have warned England and Scotland fans that beer in Germany can be stronger than pints in the UK.
"Beer can be stronger than in the UK, so drink responsibly, know your limits and respect local laws," it said.
"You may not be let into the stadium if you drink too much."
Can fans drink beer at stadiums?
Germany supporters typically are permitted to consume alcohol in their seats at matches, a practice banned in the UK.
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This saw Jamie Carragher join Borussia Dortmund fans in downing lager for the club's 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain at the Signal Iduna Park in May.
However, alcohol bans have been introduced for certain Bundesliga matches that are viewed as high-risk.
A similar practice will be implemented in Euro 2024 games.
Chief Police Director Peter Both told : “In contrast to the league match, we have agreed that alcoholic drinks purchased in the stadium may not be taken into the stadium.
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“This means that they cannot, as is usually the case, buy two carriers of beer and then take them to their seats.
“They are only allowed to consume alcoholic drinks at the stands.”
Bitburger beers are one of the main sponsors of Euro 2024 and will be available exclusively in all stadiums.
The German brewer sold at games and fan zones will be cheaper than similar pints in the UK at just £4.
Bitburger is about 4.8 per cent Alcohol By Volume in strength, which is more than the 4.4 for the average lager and ale in the UK.
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What are the prices?
England's opening game against Serbia takes place in Gelsenkirchen, where a beer at a restaurant or pub is expected to be around £4.
Frankfurt, the host city for the Three Lions' next stop, has similar prices before fans can enjoy a slight price cut in Cologne.
An imported beer at a restaurant in England's third group-stage game could be as cheap as £2.50, with table wine at £5.98.
A disclaimer for fans is that while alcohol may be cheaper in supermarkets, the prices are likely to be ramped up inside stadiums.
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