Study Reveals England Fans Experience Higher Stress Levels Than Club Supporters
England fans are more stressed watching Three Lions than their own club, study claims

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A study by QD Stores reveals that England football fans experience greater stress while watching their national team compared to their club teams, with 62% feeling anxious. Despite this, 73% of fans plan to watch England's matches this summer, with many preparing to create a festive atmosphere at home.
- 0162% of England fans report feeling anxious while watching the national team.
- 0238% find international tournaments like the World Cup more stressful than club matches.
- 0321% of fans cannot bear penalty shootouts, and 32% have walked out of matches due to stress.
- 0473% of surveyed fans plan to watch England's matches from home this summer.
- 0572% intend to decorate their homes in England colors for the matches.
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A recent study conducted by QD Stores indicates that England football fans feel significantly more stressed when watching their national team than when supporting their club teams. The research highlights that 62% of fans experience anxiety, with 38% finding international tournaments like the World Cup more stressful than club matches. Notably, 21% of fans struggle with penalty shootouts, while 32% have left matches due to overwhelming stress. Despite these feelings, 73% of the 2,000 surveyed fans plan to watch England's matches from home this summer, with 72% intending to decorate their homes in England colors. Presenter Jake Quickenden has joined QD Stores' Game Day Wins campaign to enhance the viewing experience, emphasizing the emotional rollercoaster of watching England play. Ian Reynolds, a grocery buyer at QD Stores, reiterated the campaign's goal of helping fans enjoy the football season through hosting tips and matchday preparations.
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The findings highlight the emotional investment of fans in national football, which could influence how they engage with the sport and social gatherings during matches.
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