FOOTBALL'S coming home to Southampton tonight as England take on Macedonia in their Euro 2004 qualifier.
A record-breaking 32,000 crowd is expected to flock to the Friends Provident St Mary's Stadium.
It is the first time in 101 years that an England international has been staged in the city.
Manager Sven Goran Eriksson has called on England fans to create a party atmosphere at St Mary's, generating the festive spirit demonstrated during the 2002 World Cup finals in Japan and South Korea.
"Make football a big party and support your team," said the England coach.
SEE TODAY'S DAILY ECHO FOR 10-PAGES OF COVERAGE ON ENGLAND'S GAME AGAINST MACEDONIA INCLUDING A SPECIAL POSTER OF THE ENGLAND FLAG!
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